ABER 1:48 Schwimmwagen Type 166 – photo-etched parts set
This photo-etched parts set has been developed by ABER to enhance the plastic model of the Schwimmwagen Type 166 in 1/48 scale. Such products allow you to replace the original plastic details of the model with more precise metal components, significantly increasing the realism and level of detail of the finished model.
Main features of the product
Compatibility: dedicated set for Schwimmwagen Type 166 models in 1/48 scale
Material: high-precision photo-etched metal
Recommended bonding: cyanoacrylate glue or assembling parts with a soldering iron
Intended use: detailing and supplementing the plastic model components
High level of detail in metal parts ensures a realistic effect
Technical description
The parts included in this set are made from finely etched metal sheets, allowing for details that are difficult to achieve with plastic molding. Photo-etched components replace or supplement standard model parts, offering higher resolution and sharper details. It is recommended to use cyanoacrylate glue for attaching metal parts to the plastic components of the model. Alternatively, individual metal parts can be joined by soldering, ensuring durable and precise connections.
Compatibility with other modeling elements
This set is compatible with plastic Schwimmwagen Type 166 models in 1/48 scale. For further enhancement, we recommend using additional metal parts offered by ABER, such as:
Metal barrels
Link tracks
Metal tow cables
Tank crew figures
Recommended paint colors
For painting the Schwimmwagen Type 166 model, standard colors corresponding to the historical vehicle colors from World War II are typically used:
