Trumpeter 01531 United Arab Emirates BMP3 (1:35) – 1:35 scale infantry fighting vehicle model

Trumpeter 01531 United Arab Emirates BMP3 is a high-quality plastic model kit replicating the Russian BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicle, as used by the United Arab Emirates. This 1:35 scale model allows you to create a realistic representation of a modern combat vehicle used by armed forces worldwide. Thanks to faithfully reproduced details and high-quality workmanship, this set is an excellent choice for both advanced modelers and ambitious beginners.

Historical background and vehicle service

The BMP-3 (Боевая Машина Пехоты-3) is the third generation of Soviet/Russian infantry fighting vehicles, introduced into service in the late 1980s. Designed by the Kurganmashzavod plant, it is one of the most advanced IFVs in the world. The United Arab Emirates possess one of the largest fleets of BMP-3s outside Russia, having purchased hundreds of these vehicles. The BMP-3s have participated in numerous international exercises and peacekeeping operations, as well as combat missions in the Middle East, serving as a key component of the UAE Army from the 1990s through to the present day.

• Scale: 1:35 – perfect for detailed military vehicle modeling
• User country: United Arab Emirates and other states
• Period of use: 1990s – present, Cold War/turn of the 20th and 21st century
• Material: high-quality plastic, precisely molded sprue parts
• Kit does not include glue or paints – these must be supplied separately
• Highly detailed turret, armor, running gear, and armament (100 mm gun, coaxial 30 mm and 7.62 mm machine guns)
• Personalization options – parts for optional fitting typical of UAE version
• Category: plastic model kit, modern military vehicle
• Difficulty level: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers

The Trumpeter 01531 United Arab Emirates BMP3 (1:35) model is a unique offer for all modelers interested in modern military technology and the equipment used by Middle Eastern armed forces. Thanks to the highly detailed reproduction and the durable, precise plastic parts, this kit allows you to capture the most distinctive features of this highly effective infantry fighting vehicle. Ideal as a standalone display or as part of a larger diorama.