E.T. Model S35-008 Italian B1 "Centauro" Late Version (3rd Series) Value Package For TRUMPETER 00388 1/35

E.T. Model S35-008 Italian B1 "Centauro" Late Version (3rd Series) is a set of photo-etched details, created specifically as an addition to the plastic Trumpeter 00388 model in the popular 1/35 scale. This is a complete value package dedicated to demanding modelers who wish to provide their miniature of the Italian reconnaissance vehicle with even more realism and exceptional detail.

Purpose and history of the B1 "Centauro" vehicle

The Italian wheeled tank destroyer B1 "Centauro" is a modern combat vehicle, widely used by the Italian Army since the 1990s. The presented detail set refers to the late 3rd Series version, which stands out with many structural changes compared to earlier variants. The "Centauro" has taken part in numerous UN peacekeeping missions and NATO operations, including the Balkans, Iraq, and Afghanistan, gaining renown for its high mobility and firepower for a wheeled vehicle. Period of use: modern times (from 1992 to the present). The main user is the Italian Army.

Material and set contents

The E.T. Model S35-008 set is made from high-quality, precisely cut photo-etched metal, allowing for a very accurate reproduction of even the smallest details, such as ventilation grilles, reinforcements, mounts, and minor body elements. Inside the box, you will find a complete set of components necessary to upgrade and enhance the Trumpeter 00388 model (B1 "Centauro" 1/35 Late Version). No resin components, metal barrels, or 3D-printed parts are included – the set exclusively consists of photo-etched details.

• Scale: 1/35
• Category: photo-etched parts for plastic models
• Material: stainless steel / brass (photo-etched sheet)
• Application: Italian B1 "Centauro" Late Version, Trumpeter 00388
• Historical period: modern times
• Compatibility: Trumpeter plastic models

Recommendation and difficulty level

The E.T. Model set is primarily recommended for advanced modelers who want to achieve the highest level of realism in their project. Thanks to this set, you can fully recreate the details of the original vehicle, as well as increase the collector's and display value of the model. The assembly difficulty level is rated at 4 out of 5 due to the required precision and the need to use appropriate tools for working with photo-etched parts.

As the shop owner, I recommend this set to every enthusiast of Italian military vehicles, fans of modern military technology, and modelers aiming for perfect finishing of their miniatures.