Eduard 35670 ZiL-157 6x6 Military Truck 1/35 Trumpeter

Eduard 35670 ZiL-157 6x6 Military Truck 1/35 Trumpeter is a set of exclusive photo-etched accessories designed for the personalization and advanced enhancement of the Trumpeter 1/35 scale ZiL-157 plastic military truck model. This kit is based on the legendary Soviet military vehicle produced from the 1950s, which served not only in the USSR but also in Warsaw Pact countries, the Chinese People’s Liberation Army, and dozens of other Eastern Bloc nations. The ZiL-157 was a versatile military truck, heavily used during the Cold War and in armed conflicts such as the Vietnam War and the intervention in Afghanistan. Its robustness and off-road capabilities earned it wide recognition among users for over half a century. The vehicle was strongly associated with numerous logistic operations, the transportation of equipment and personnel, as well as serving as a platform for specialist military applications.

The Eduard 35670 set is designed for modellers who expect not only historical accuracy but also the highest quality of detail execution. The set includes 3 precisely manufactured photo-etched metal sheets, significantly expanding the scope and richness of detail for the Trumpeter ZiL-157 model. The elements feature, among others, realistic seat belts, windscreen wipers, handles, cabin details, ventilation grilles, and small brackets, which allow for recreating the authentic appearance of the vehicle in 1/35 scale.

These accessories are made using very thin photo-etched metal, offering extraordinary precision and crispness of detail—unattainable with standard plastic components. The set belongs to the "photo-etched model accessories" category and elevates the satisfaction of model building by enabling advanced individualization and highlighting minor construction details of the Cold War era original and its modern contexts.

• Scale: 1/35 – optimal for modellers who appreciate realism and detail in dioramas and military vehicle collections
• Use: Complete accessory set for the Trumpeter ZiL-157 model
• Original user countries: USSR, Warsaw Pact countries, China
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times (1958-2000+)
• Material: photo-etched metal – precise, ultra-thin metal parts
• Difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modellers
• Contents: 3 photo-etched frets for enhancing the cab, body, and chassis