{"product_id":"44495-et-model-e72-038-wwii-soviet-bedspring-armor-for-t-3485js-2-172","title":"ET Model E72-038 WWII Soviet Bedspring Armor for T-34\/85,JS-2 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eE.T. Model E72-038 WWII Soviet Bedspring Armor for T-34\/85, JS-2 1\/72\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eE.T. Model E72-038 WWII Soviet Bedspring Armor for T-34\/85, JS-2 1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e photo-etched parts set is an advanced modelling accessory designed for 1\/72 scale armored vehicles. Created by the renowned E.T. Model company, it is dedicated to modelers who want to achieve an authentic look of Soviet tanks from World War II.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eComponents and Purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The set includes precisely made photo-etched metal sheets that replicate the characteristic improvised armor system, known as \"Bedspring Armor,\" commonly used on Soviet \u003cstrong\u003eT-34\/85\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eJS-2\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks. This type of mesh side armor was the Red Army's natural response to the German Panzerfaust anti-tank grenade launchers, increasing crew protection by absorbing some of the impact energy from shaped charges.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background and Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Soviet T-34\/85 and JS-2 tanks equipped with this type of mesh armor were seen on the Eastern Front in the closing stages of World War II, mainly from 1944—during the intense fighting of the Belarus offensive, the liberation of Poland, and the battles for Berlin. The use of bedspring armor became a characteristic solution adapted by Soviet tank crews due to its effectiveness and quick assembly.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality photo-etched metal sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUser country: USSR (Soviet Union)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: World War II (1944–1945)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDedicated models: T-34\/85, JS-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: Photo-etched accessories for plastic model kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose E.T. Model E72-038?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This set is an invaluable addition for advanced modelers wishing to faithfully recreate Soviet tanks from the closing years of the war. Assembly requires some experience—the recommended difficulty level is \u003cstrong\u003e4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e. We recommend this product for intermediate and advanced enthusiasts who want to enrich their diorama or collection with a realistic and historically accurate detail. The product stands out for its top-quality manufacturing, precision, and ease of integration with most plastic models available on the market.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"E.T. Model","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722629697870,"sku":"ETE72-038","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/91d7daedf11dc8590f60c6deb37e81b2.jpg?v=1755542469","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.es\/en\/products\/44495-et-model-e72-038-wwii-soviet-bedspring-armor-for-t-3485js-2-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}