Eduard 53038 S-100 Schnellboot ITALERI 1/35 – Photo-Etched Detail Set for Plastic Model Kit

Eduard 53038 S-100 Schnellboot ITALERI 1/35 is a high-quality set of photo-etched parts designed as a dedicated upgrade for the 1/35 scale plastic model kit of the German S-100 Schnellboot torpedo boat produced by Italeri. The set is manufactured by the renowned Czech brand Eduard, known for its precise, technologically advanced modeling accessories aimed at demanding scale modelers.

Scale and Compatibility

The set is designed in 1/35 scale, ensuring full dimensional compatibility with the aforementioned Italeri kit as well as other accessories in this scale.

Brief Historical Overview of the S-100 Schnellboot

The German S-100 Schnellboot belonged to the most advanced torpedo boats used by the Kriegsmarine during World War II. These boats were intensively operated in the North Sea, Baltic Sea, and the English Channel between 1943 and 1945. Thanks to their high speed and solid construction, the S-100s played a key role in offensive actions against Allied convoys, as well as in rapid landing and reconnaissance missions.

Material and Set Contents

Eduard 53038 is a set of extremely detailed photo-etched parts made from high-grade brass sheet. The kit includes small details for both the interior and exterior equipment of the boat, such as:

• fragments of deck fittings
• armament elements, railings, protective nets
• detailed control panels
• accessories for MGs and cannons
• components for internal and external details

The set does not include the S-100 plastic model – it is an advanced upgrade intended for enhancing the kit. Photo-etched parts provide a level of realism that cannot be achieved with standard plastic components, greatly increasing the detail and authenticity of the model.

Product Category and Difficulty Level

This is a photo-etched set dedicated to plastic scale models, intended for intermediate and advanced modelers. The difficulty level for working with photo-etched upgrades is rated 4 (on a scale from 1 to 5).

Recommendation

We highly recommend Eduard 53038 to all naval history enthusiasts and to modelers seeking to achieve an exclusive level of realism in WWII ship models. It's an excellent choice to add authentic character and precise, faithful details to your S-100 Schnellboot.