Trumpeter 06613 M151 Protector Remote Weapon Station 1/35 – Upgrade Set

Trumpeter 06613 M151 Protector Remote Weapon Station in 1/35 scale is a high-quality upgrade set dedicated to military vehicle models, allowing for precise replication of the now legendary Norwegian PROTECTOR RWS (Remote Weapon Station) system. This product is an excellent choice for modelers wishing to significantly enhance the realism and detail of their modern-era combat vehicle models. Thanks to its precise workmanship and attention to historical accuracy, the set is an ideal addition to dioramas or models depicting modern battlefields.

Historical and Technical Information

• Scale: 1/35 – excellent for creating detailed military miniatures.
• Country of origin: Norway, however, the PROTECTOR RWS system is widely used by the armies of the USA, Norway, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, and many other NATO countries.
• Period of use: modern times (from the 1990s to the present day).
• Historical overview: The KONGSBERG PROTECTOR RWS remote weapon station is designed for installation on armored personnel carriers, patrol, and combat vehicles. It allows the crew to operate the weapon directly from inside the vehicle, increasing crew safety. Its combat debut occurred during international interventions in Iraq and Afghanistan, where these stations significantly enhanced the protection and effectiveness of coalition vehicles.
• Material: high-quality, precision injection-molded plastic.
• Extras: the set includes a rich sheet of photo-etched metal details that increase the realism of the control panels, armor, and electromechanical mechanisms.
• Category: aftermarket/upgrade set for plastic scale models.
• Difficulty level: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced military modelers. Requires the ability to precisely assemble small parts and work with photo-etched details.
• Recommended audience: modelers building modern military vehicles, diorama builders, and all enthusiasts of detailed recreation of contemporary combat equipment.

Trumpeter 06613 M151 Protector Remote Weapon Station 1/35 is a unique offering – it boosts the quality of any modern vehicle model and allows the creation of an authentic representation of the latest military trends. An ideal choice for upgrading Stryker, Mowag Piranha, or MRAP vehicles. We recommend this product to anyone who values detail, realism, and high-quality craftsmanship.