Das Werk DW3502 Soviet UAZ-69 1/35 – Premium Model Kit Set

We present an exceptional model kit set: Das Werk DW3502 Soviet UAZ-69 in 1/35 scale, dedicated to advanced modelers and collectors of 20th-century military vehicles. This set is not just a classic plastic model to assemble, but a richly equipped kit that allows you to create a realistic, detailed model of the Soviet UAZ-69 off-road vehicle.

• Category: Plastic model kit for assembly (with photo-etched and resin accessories)
• Scale: 1/35
• Material: high-quality plastic parts (Trumpeter), DEF Model resin wheels, paint masks, Voyager photo-etched parts, decals
• Included: Trumpeter UAZ-69 base model, DEF Model resin wheels, painting masks, photo-etched parts set, exclusive East German Army (NVA) and border patrol decals

Historical Overview and Application

The UAZ-69 is a light, military off-road vehicle produced in the Soviet Union from 1953. Its design was developed as a replacement for outdated GAZ models. The UAZ-69 was widely used by the Soviet Army, among others, between 1953–1972, and was exported to many Eastern Bloc countries, including the GDR (German Democratic Republic), and employed by Soviet and East German border and military formations during the Cold War era.

The UAZ-69 took part in all major maneuvers and played a key role in daily military transport, patrol services, as well as communications systems. The Das Werk kit includes specific variants used in the GDR army and border guard, reflected by dedicated decals.

Contents and Level of Detail

The Das Werk DW3502 model goes beyond a standard assembly kit, offering:

• precisely reproduced interior and body details
• near-perfect reproduction of the tread and texture of the resin wheels
• photo-etched elements enhancing realism (e.g., wipers, handles, cabin interior details)
• painting masks for easy and precise markings
• valuable decals enabling you to build two rarely seen Cold War vehicle variants

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

We recommend this set for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 4/5), due to the multitude of small photo-etched and resin parts that require assembly experience. It is the perfect choice for 20th-century military enthusiasts and collectors of Eastern Bloc vehicles. The model provides not only assembly satisfaction but also the opportunity to build a unique Cold War era replica vehicle.