French VBL MILAN, 1/35 - Hobby Boss 83877

The French VBL MILAN Hobby Boss 83877 is a military model kit to be assembled at the 1/35 scale, depicting a French Light Armoured Vehicle equipped with a MILAN missile system. Made in injection-molded plastic, this kit represents a 4×4 wheeled armoured vehicle from the VBL family.

The Light Armoured Vehicle with MILAN missile

The VBL is a light armoured vehicle designed for reconnaissance, liaison and fire support missions. Compact and highly mobile, it is part of contemporary French military vehicles. The MILAN configuration is associated with the use of the anti-tank missile MILAN, a system used to engage armoured targets.

This subject provides an interesting basis for a modern military scene at 1/35, either on its own or integrated into a diorama with figures, field equipment and contemporary scenery.

The Hobby Boss 83877 model kit

The 83877 Hobby Boss reference is a plastic kit to assemble and paint. The 1/35 scale makes it easy to combine with many figures, vehicles and military accessories of the same scale. The model includes photo-etched parts, rubber tyres and a decal sheet.

Once assembled, the model measures approximately 12.5 cm long by 7 cm wide. The build includes over 290 parts, allowing you to recreate the characteristic shapes of the VBL, its four-wheel running gear and its MILAN equipment.

Assembly and finishing

As with any plastic model kit, assembly requires careful preparation of the parts before gluing: separating the sprues, removing mould lines and doing test fits help achieve a clean build. Photo-etched parts should be handled with a fine-point tool or suitable tweezers.

You will need to purchase paint, glue and model-making tools separately. Applying a primer makes it easier to paint and to apply decals on a glossy varnished surface, which helps reduce the risk of silvering. A light weathering can then highlight the relief details and add character to a vehicle shown in an outdoor terrain setting.

Technical specifications

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 83877
• Type : military model kit to be assembled
• Subject : French VBL with MILAN system
• Scale : 1/35
• Material : injection-molded plastic
• Number of parts : over 290
• Length when assembled : approximately 12.5 cm
• Width when assembled : approximately 7 cm
• Included items : photo-etched parts, rubber tyres and decals

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To build this Hobby Boss kit, have plastic glue, side cutters, a precision craft knife, fine abrasive paper, brushes or an airbrush, as well as paints suited to the chosen finish.