Mirror Model 35852 U.S. Armored Bulldozer 1/35

The plastic model kit Mirror Model 35852 U.S. Armored Bulldozer in 1/35 scale is an excellent miniature of the American armored bulldozer from World War II. The set is intended both for experienced modelers and military vehicle enthusiasts who wish to build an authentic replica of a machine that played a key role on Allied battlefields.

This kit replicates the famous armored bulldozer used by the U.S. Army for constructing infrastructure, clearing areas, and supporting offensives in challenging combat conditions—especially during the Normandy landings and subsequent campaigns in Western Europe and the Pacific (1943–1945). This vehicle protected its operator from enemy fire, enabling the completion of the most demanding engineering tasks under fire.

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: United States of America
• Historical period: World War II (especially 1943–1945)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality injection-molded plastic (15 sprues in grey and reddish-brown), clear parts, photo-etched (PE) sheet
• Includes: Highly detailed chassis and engine, working tracks, realistic blade and Hyster D7N winch, clear parts, photo-etched details, painting guides compatible with Ammo of Mig Jimenez color palette
• Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 (recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the number of parts and work with PE)

The design of this kit stands out for its utmost precision—modern slide molds and high-speed injection techniques provide sharp details and perfect fit of the parts. Noteworthy features include the accurately rendered engine and moving track system, which boost collector realism. The addition of photo-etched parts allows for even greater accuracy in replicating the vehicle, while special painting schemes based on authentic U.S. Army colors enable impressive, historically accurate finishes.

Recommendation: We recommend this model to military modelers and World War II military vehicle collectors who appreciate realism, abundance of details, and full mechanical representation. Thanks to extensive customization options, this product will serve excellently as the centerpiece of any front-line diorama.