Trumpeter 01563 B1 Centauro AFV Early Version (1st Series) ROMOR (1/35)

Trumpeter 01563 B1 Centauro AFV Early Version (1st Series) ROMOR is an exceptional 1:35 scale plastic model kit, replicating one of the most modern and distinctive Italian armored vehicles – the B1 Centauro wheeled fighting vehicle in the version equipped with special ROMOR armor. This set is dedicated to demanding modelers who value historical accuracy and a wealth of details.

The original vehicle – historical overview and technical data

The B1 Centauro was developed for the Italian Army in the 1980s and entered service in 1991 in the contemporary period. It is produced by the Italian consortium CIO (IVECO and OTO Melara), primarily used by the Italian Army, as well as by Spain and Oman. The first series (‘Early Version’) featured additional composite ROMOR armor, providing better protection for the crew against shaped charges and mines. The B1 Centauro made its debut in international operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina and during UN missions, as well as in Iraq. It quickly gained recognition as one of the fastest and most effective wheeled tank destroyers armed with a 105mm cannon.

Model kit information

• Model scale: 1/35
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Countries using the original: Italy, Spain, Oman
• Period of use: modern times (from 1991 to present)
• Features: ROMOR armor surface details, precisely rendered suspension and hull components, realistic turret with movable (plastic) barrel, rotatable wheels
• The kit does not include glue or paints
• Photo-etched parts: YES, fine details for enhanced realism (e.g. mesh, handles)

Category

Plastic model kit

Recommended for whom?

Recommended especially for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 3/5) interested in modern armored vehicles. Perfect for dioramas or as a stand-alone display piece. Meticulous details and additional photo-etched elements allow for an excellent final result.

Summary

Trumpeter 01563 B1 Centauro AFV Early Version (1st Series) ROMOR (1/35) stands out for its excellent detail quality and historical authenticity, giving modelers the opportunity to faithfully recreate the famous Italian armored vehicle from the era of modern armed conflicts.