E.T. Model E35-208 Russian T90 Main Battle Tank (Cast Turret) (For TRUMPETER 05560) (1/35)

The E.T. Model E35-208 photo-etched detail set is dedicated to the Russian T-90 main battle tank model in 1/35 scale, manufactured by Trumpeter (No. 05560). This product enables advanced enhancement of the model, especially for the most important elements of the hull and turret, which are crafted with great attention to historical accuracy and the finest details characteristic of the T-90 version with cast turret.

The Russian T-90 main battle tank was introduced into service in the early 1990s and remains to this day one of the pillars of Russian armored forces. Based on the T-72 platform, it features significantly improved armor, a modern gun, and an integrated active protection system. The T-90 has been used in Russian military operations, including conflicts in the Caucasus, Syria, and Ukraine, and has also been exported to numerous countries, such as India and Algeria. Its service period is mainly the modern era – from 1992 to the present.

• Scale: 1/35 – ensures dimensional compatibility with armored models from leading manufacturers, including Trumpeter 05560.
• Country of use: Russia, as well as countries importing the T-90 tank.
• Material: high-quality brass sheet, photo-etched for perfect detail and sharp edges.
• Set contents: numerous photo-etched details, including handles, covers, exhaust system components, mounting handles, and other pieces of external equipment.

The E.T. Model offering is an expansion of the basic Trumpeter model with special details that are virtually impossible to replicate with injection-molding techniques. Photo-etched upgrades allow the replication of thin plates, perforations, fine protective meshes, and precise handles. Their use significantly improves the realism of the finished model and is highly valued by advanced modelers specializing in modern armored vehicles.

Category: Photo-etched detail set
Recommended for: particularly demanding armor modelers and collectors in 1/35 scale who wish to enrich their replicas with professional-level details.
Build difficulty: 4/5 – requires skill in working with photo-etched elements, precise cutting, and soldering or CA gluing.