AAVP-7A1 w/UWGS, 1/35 - Hobby Boss 82412

The AAVP-7A1 w/UWGS Hobby Boss 82412 is a plastic model kit to be assembled at 1/35, depicting a tracked amphibious assault vehicle AAVP-7A1 equipped with an UWGS weapon station. This reference dedicated to modern military vehicles reproduces a vehicle designed to transport personnel between a ship and the coastline, before operating ashore.

The vehicle represented

The AAVP-7A1 is part of the tracked amphibious assault vehicle family. Its UWGS configuration, for Up-Gunned Weapon Station, is distinguished by a reinforced weapon station. This type of vehicle combines a bulky hull, tracks, and specific equipment for amphibious navigation, making it a particularly interesting subject for a display on a base, in a coastal environment, or in a modern military diorama.

The Hobby Boss 82412 model kit

Built at 1/35 scale, this Hobby Boss kit offers a detailed representation of the AAVP-7A1 w/UWGS. The model includes more than 780 parts as well as photo-etched elements. The stated dimensions once assembled are 233 mm long, 94.2 mm wide, and 93 mm high.

The model features exterior details, an interior turret area, a driver’s station, and a transport compartment. The tracks are reproduced with individual links. The direction deflectors at the water outlet are movable, while the hatches, the forward wave breaker, and the rear ramp are designed to be articulated. A nylon cord is also included for the ramp cable.

Assembly and finishing

The presence of many parts and photo-etch encourages you to prepare each component carefully before gluing. Deburring the parts, dry-fitting sub-assemblies, and fine sanding of the joint lines help achieve a clean finish before painting.

A layer of primer makes it easier to spot any touch-ups and improves paint adhesion. Interior areas, hull details, the tracks, and external equipment can be painted separately before final assembly when this helps with access. The decals provided allow you to create markings for two vehicles.

At 1/35 scale, each dimension of the real vehicle is reduced by a factor of 35. This format helps bring out the reliefs, amphibious equipment, and surface details with nuanced painting, targeted washes, dry brushing, or weathering suited to the chosen scene.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Hobby Boss
• Reference: 82412
• Type: plastic model kit to be assembled
• Subject: AAVP-7A1 with UWGS
• Category: tracked amphibious military vehicle
• Scale: 1/35
• Number of parts: more than 780
• Length (assembled): 233 mm
• Width (assembled): 94.2 mm
• Height (assembled): 93 mm
• Photo-etched parts: yes
• Decals: markings for two vehicles

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Assembly requires glue for plastic models, cutting and precision tools, fine abrasive paper, as well as suitable paints. A primer, finishing putty, brushes or an airbrush can be useful additions to the assembly and painting materials.