VOYAGER MODEL PE35531JGSDF type 87 Self-propelled anti-aircraft gun FOR TRUMPETER 01599 1/35

The VOYAGER MODEL PE35531JGSDF Type 87 Self-propelled Anti-aircraft Gun upgrade set was developed for advanced modelers seeking to enhance the realism of their Type 87 JGSDF model by Trumpeter (item number 01599) in the popular 1/35 scale. This product is intended for the detailing of the plastic model of the Type 87 self-propelled anti-aircraft gun, one of the most recognizable air defense vehicles of the Japan Self-Defense Forces.

The original Type 87 SPAAG vehicle entered service in the 1980s and was widely used by the JGSDF (Japan Ground Self-Defense Force) during the Cold War and in modern times. The main use of this vehicle is to protect armored and mechanized units from low-altitude air attacks with its twin 35 mm automatic cannons. The Type 87 is based on the modified chassis of the Type 74 tank and is equipped with modern electronics and radar.

This modeling set, categorized as a "photo-etched detail-up set for plastic models," is made from precisely etched photo-etched (PE) stainless steel and brass parts. The set significantly enhances the details of the base model, allowing for the reproduction of elements that cannot be rendered by plastic injection molding. Among the included parts, you will find covers, exhaust system details, ventilation grilles, small handles, mounts, and intricate details of the turret and external equipment of the Type 87.

• Scale: 1/35
• Original user's country: Japan (Japan Self-Defense Forces)
• Historical period: Cold War, modern times (1987–present)
• Material: photo-etched steel and brass
• Application: Trumpeter 01599 Type 87 SPAAG plastic model
• Category: aftermarket detail-up set for plastic models
• Assembly difficulty: 4/5

We recommend this product to demanding modelers who strive for faithfully recreating the finest details of contemporary Japanese military technology. The precise PE parts require experience and meticulousness, so the set is recommended for seasoned military modeling enthusiasts. The PE35531 version allows you to fully realize the potential of the Trumpeter model, creating an impressive replica of the Type 87 SPAAG—perfect for dioramas and armored vehicle collections.