Voyager Model PE35538 Modern Russian BTR-70 APC Early version For TRUMPETER 01590 1/35 – upgrade set for the BTR-70 model

The Voyager Model PE35538 set is a high-quality collection of upgrade elements designed for the BTR-70 APC Early version model, made in 1/35 scale by Trumpeter (catalog number 01590). This advanced product is dedicated to modelers who want to bring their Soviet armored personnel carrier model to the highest level of historical realism and recreate even the finest technical details of the vehicle.

Product information

• Scale: 1/35
• Category: Upgrade set – photo-etched parts for plastic model kits
• Manufacturer: Voyager Model
• Intended for: Trumpeter 01590 – BTR-70 APC Early version model
• Material: Photo-etched metal sheet
• Additional elements: Multiple metal details, small structural parts, handles, ventilation grilles, interior and exterior details
• Difficulty level: 4/5

Historical overview of the BTR-70

The BTR-70 is a Soviet wheeled armored personnel carrier, which entered service in the second half of the 1970s, replacing the earlier BTR-60 model. It served mainly in the Soviet Army and many Warsaw Pact countries as well as other states that introduced Soviet military equipment into service. The BTR-70 is characterized by its twin-engine drive and amphibious capability. This vehicle was used extensively during the war in Afghanistan, the Chechen conflict, and a number of other military operations during the Cold War era and throughout the 1980s and 1990s. It can still be found in service in some countries today.

Why choose Voyager Model PE35538?

This set is dedicated to intermediate and advanced modelers who value a high degree of realism and precision. The photo-etched details allow for a faithful reproduction of even the most demanding vehicle components, such as fenders, ventilation grilles, handles, tool boxes, or interior elements. Voyager Model products are renowned for their exceptional manufacturing quality, resistance to deformation, and perfect fit with the basic Trumpeter kit.

Who is it recommended for?

Voyager Model PE35538 is recommended for experienced modelers building 1/35 scale military vehicles who wish to enhance the realism and appeal of their BTR-70 model for dioramas or collections. It is also an excellent choice for modelers participating in modeling competitions.