MAZ-537G intermediate Type, 1/35 - Trumpeter 00211

Trumpeter 00211 is a static model kit at 1/35 depicting a Soviet heavy tractor MAZ-537G of the intermediate type with its MAZ/ChMZAP 5247G semi-trailer. This military road transport setup makes an imposing subject for a scene involving the transport of heavy equipment, or for a diorama devoted to Soviet vehicles from the second half of the 20th century.

The MAZ-537 was developed in the late 1950s; the first prototypes were built in 1958 and series production started in 1960. This powerful wheeled tractor was designed for towing large loads. The version reproduced here combines the tractor vehicle with a semi-trailer, allowing for a particularly impressive composition at this scale.

The Trumpeter 00211 model kit

This plastic kit to be assembled includes 537 parts. It brings together grey plastic elements, clear parts intended for glazing, tyres for the tractor and the trailer, as well as detailing parts. The box also includes 4 photo-etched sheets, brass wire, and pre-cut masks.

Once assembled, the complete model measures 667.5 mm in length, 100.4 mm in width, and 83 mm in height. These dimensions make it a large-scale model, requiring suitable space for assembly, painting, and display.

Assembly and finishing

The presence of many parts, photo-etched components, and glazing invites you to work methodically by preparing each sub-assembly before final assembly. The fine photo-etched parts can be handled with a precision tweezer and glued using a suitable adhesive.

The included painting scheme depicts a Soviet Army vehicle in green camouflage. Priming generally helps prepare surfaces before painting, while a weathering job can bring out the reliefs of the chassis, the cab, the trailer, and the tyres. Glazing benefits from being protected during painting and aging steps.

Technical specifications

• Brand : Trumpeter
• Reference : 00211
• Type : static model of a military vehicle with semi-trailer
• Subject : MAZ-537G intermediate type with MAZ/ChMZAP 5247G semi-trailer
• Scale : 1/35
• Total number of parts : 537
• Overall length (assembled) : 667.5 mm
• Overall width (assembled) : 100.4 mm
• Overall height (assembled) : 83 mm
• Photo-etch : 4 sheets
• Additional elements : brass wire and pre-cut masks
• Decal/painting scheme : Soviet Army, green camouflage