Trumpeter 01080 MK.23 MTVR with Armor Protection Kit 1/35 – Plastic model kit

The Trumpeter 01080 MK.23 MTVR with Armor Protection Kit model in 1/35 scale is a highly detailed plastic assembly set, replicating the American Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) in the version with the Armor Protection Kit. This vehicle has been used by the United States Marine Corps (USMC) and the United States Navy since the late 1990s — up to the present day. It served for the transport of various types of cargo and personnel, providing excellent off-road capabilities. MTVR vehicles have been widely used in military and logistical operations since 1998, particularly in the Middle East (e.g., Iraq, Afghanistan), where these vehicles have proved reliable during expeditionary missions.

The Trumpeter kit faithfully reproduces the armored MK.23 MTVR variant with additional Armor Protection Kit equipment. The set includes over 550 plastic details, 2 photo-etched parts, a metal wire, as well as 16 sprues with parts and a detailed cabin, plus rubber tires with realistic tread and sidewall details. It's also worth highlighting the advanced drivetrain featuring the engine, gearbox, suspension, and drive axles — all of which significantly enhance the educational and visual value of this kit.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: United States
• Period of use: since 1998, contemporary era
• Material: plastic, photo-etched parts, rubber (tires), brass wire
• Number of parts: over 550
• Details: drivetrain, suspension, detailed cabin, option to build the vehicle with the armor kit in assembled or disassembled configuration
• Category: plastic assembly model kit

The MK.23 MTVR with armor Trumpeter 01080 is recommended for both advanced modellers and military enthusiasts who value high accuracy of details and comprehensive kits. The recommended build difficulty is 4/5 — it requires precision, patience, and experience in working with plastic and photo-etched parts, making it an excellent choice for an ambitious project. This set allows you to create a realistic, modern American vehicle that will stand out in any military model collection.