E.T. Model E35-212 Russian T-80B Main Battle Tank (For TRUMPETER 05565) – Photo-Etched Set in 1/35 Scale

The E.T. Model E35-212 photo-etched set is a professional detail kit designed for the Russian T-80B main battle tank model, specifically dedicated to the Trumpeter 05565 plastic model in 1/35 scale. This product allows for a radical enhancement of your model's appearance with exceptionally realistic details—both external and internal. Thanks to this set, modelers can elevate their T-80B tank to a higher level of historical accuracy and precision.

Historical Description of the T-80B Tank

The T-80B is a Russian (formerly Soviet) main battle tank that entered the equipment of the Soviet Army in the 1970s. The T-80B tank was widely used during the Cold War and formed the backbone of armored units of the USSR and Eastern Bloc countries. It is distinguished by its hybrid gas-turbine propulsion and improved armor. The T-80B was used, among others, during the conflicts in Afghanistan and in later modern operations of the Russian Federation.

Product Features – E.T. Model E35-212

• Set scale: 1/35
• User country of the original: USSR/Russia
• Years of service: from the late 1970s to the present day
• Material: high-quality, precisely photo-etched stainless steel
• Category: photo-etched detail set for plastic model
• The set includes a rich selection of delicate details to enhance the surface of the armor, turret, tool covers, mesh screens, and many other elements not immediately visible
• Designed exclusively for assembly with the Trumpeter 05565 model, with which it fits perfectly
• Does not include plastic or resin parts—only durable, professional photo-etched plates

Recommended For Whom?

The E.T. Model E35-212 set is intended for advanced modelers and all military enthusiasts who wish to reproduce the T-80B tank with the finest details. It is perfect for dioramas and historical collector's reconstructions, allowing you to recreate the specifics of Soviet technology from the Cold War period.

Difficulty Level

Assembly difficulty: 4/5 – requires precision, skill in handling delicate photo-etched parts, and model-building experience.

If you are looking for a set that will take your model to the highest level of realism and quality – the E.T. Model E35-212 Russian T-80B MBT is an excellent choice!