Russian BTR-80 APC, 1/35 - Trumpeter 01594

The Russian BTR-80 APC from Trumpeter, reference 01594, is a plastic injection static model reproducing the Russian BTR-80 armored personnel carrier at a scale of 1/35.

The BTR-80 is an eight-wheeled armored vehicle designed for troop transport, close support, reconnaissance, and patrol missions. Entering service in the late 1980s, it is distinguished in particular by its 8x8 architecture and compact turret.

This Trumpeter replica lets you build a contemporary armored vehicle in 1/35 scale—an especially suitable scale for military vehicle projects, field scenes, and dioramas. Once assembled, the model measures 219 mm in length and 82.2 mm in width.

The kit includes more than 520 parts. It comprises 21 sprues, an upper hull, a lower hull, and hollow rubber tires with tread detail. Two photo-etched fret(s) as well as a metal towing cable are also included to enhance certain vehicle details.

Assembly calls for the usual supplies for static modeling: plastic glue and cutting/burr-removal tools, abrasive paper, primer, paints, and finishing products. Careful painting, followed by light weathering suited to the chosen environment, helps highlight the hull volumes, wheels, and external equipment.

• Brand: Trumpeter
• Reference: 01594
• Type: static model of an armored personnel carrier
• Subject: Russian BTR-80 APC
• Scale: 1/35
• Main material: injection-molded plastic
• Number of parts: more than 520
• Assembled dimensions: length 219 mm; width 82.2 mm
• Included items: 21 sprues, upper and lower hulls, rubber tires, 2 photo-etched fret(s) and a metal towing cable