Voyager Model PE35570 WWII German FlakPanzer IV Ostwind For DRAGON 6550 1/35 – Photo-etched Parts Set

Voyager Model PE35570 is a high-quality upgrade set designed for the WWII German FlakPanzer IV Ostwind plastic model by DRAGON (catalog number 6550) in 1/35 scale. The set allows for significant improvement of details and authenticity of the final model, enabling the recreation of even the smallest elements of the armored vehicle.

Product Features:

• Designed for the FlakPanzer IV Ostwind model, a German self-propelled anti-aircraft gun from World War II.
• Material: precision photo-etched metal sheets (stainless steel or brass), offering exceptional detail and flexibility.
• The set allows for upgrading key external details of the vehicle—such as grilles, handles, covers, turret parts, and small components, which are simplified or entirely omitted in the standard plastic version.

Historical Information and Use:

• FlakPanzer IV Ostwind was a German self-propelled gun based on the Panzer IV tank chassis. Armed with a 37 mm Flak 43 cannon, it was used to protect armored and motorized units from air attacks.
• It was mainly used on both the Western and Eastern fronts during the final years of World War II (1944-1945) by the German army.

Set Contents and Advantages:

• The set includes a number of meticulously crafted photo-etched parts—including air intake meshes, protective panels, revolving turret details, and other components specific to the FlakPanzer IV Ostwind. It helps achieve a more accurate and realistic final effect than factory plastic parts.
• Category: Modeling accessories – photo-etched set for plastic models.
• The set does not include the base model—intended exclusively for upgrade of Dragon 6550 Ostwind 1/35.

Recommendation and Difficulty:

• Ideal for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to enhance the realism and value of their model.
• Especially recommended for collectors of WWII German armored vehicles and fans of historical modeling.
• Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 – requires precision, experience with photo-etched parts, and proper modeling tools (e.g., tweezers, superglue).

Voyager Model PE35570 greatly expands the options for any modeler wishing to enhance the realism of their Ostwind miniature. The products of this brand are known for their quality and exemplary detail—we recommend them to all historical modeling enthusiasts!