Tamiya 1:35 M113 A.P.C.

The kit proposed by Tamiya company includes a plastic model kit of German armored transporter in 1:35 scale.

Tamiyas kit allows building the American M113 with soldiers. The model has a fully reproduced interior of all compartments. Also included a commander, a driver, and 3 landing troops figurines. In the box, there is a hull element, 4 frames with vehicle elements, a frame with elements of figurines, rubber tracks and decals (allow the reconstruction of the vehicle in the service of the U.S. Army or the Bundeswehr).

Plastic parts should be cut out of frames, fit together and glued according to the assembly instruction. You should paint the whole model using modeling paints according to the proposed paint scheme in the instruction. It is important to remember that some plastic parts require painting before gluing. In the end, it is needed to apply decals according to markings or graphics in instruction.

Paints suggested by the manufacturer for the best effect:

Vehicle:

• Tamiya XF-62 or spray TS-28 (armor)
• Tamiya XF-2 (interior)
• Tamiya XF-1 (bandages, seats)
• Tamiya XF-56 (caterpillar, towing rope)
• Tamiya X-11, XF-56, XF-10 (engine)
• Tamix X-10 (HMG)

Crew:

• Tamiya XF-61, XF-49 (uniform)
• Tamiya XF-62 (helmet)
• Tamiya XF-61, XF-5 (bulletproof vest)
• Tamiya XF-1 (shoes)
• Tamiya XF-15 (skin)

Soldiers:

• Tamiya XF-61, XF-49 (uniform, repair)
• Tamiya XF-62 (helmet)
• Tamiya XF-49 (braces, belt)
• Tamiya XF-1 (shoes, composite weapons)
• Tamiya XF-64 (shank handles)
• Tamiya XF-15 (skin)
• Tamiya X-10 (metal weapons)

Set contains:

• The assembly instruction.
• Frames with plastic parts.
• Decals.
• Rubber tracks.
• Crew figurines.

Kit does NOT contain paints and glue.

Here are the basic tools and materials you need:

• Pilers for cutting plastic parts.
• Modeling penknife.
• File or sandpaper.
• Cement for plastic models.
• Brush or airbrush.
• Modeling paints.

If you are not sure of any accessories or colors of paints you need for your model kit, please ask us, we will be glad to help you.