UAZ-3909 Detailing set (Zvezda)

UAZ-3909 detailing set 1:35 (Quinta Studio)

A set of printed resin detail parts for building the Soviet UAZ-3909 van in 1:35 scale from the Russian brand Quinta Studio. The box gives the UAZ-3909 from Zvezda as the target kit. This is an accessory to a kit, not a model of the vehicle; the plastic kit, paints and glue are not included in the package.

The real subject

The UAZ-3909 is the van version of the well-known Soviet off-road vehicle, which is nicknamed the loaf for the shape of its body. It combines all-wheel drive and high ground clearance with an enclosed space, so it served as an ambulance, a liaison vehicle, a mobile workshop and a vehicle for firefighters and mountain rescue. It is precisely that versatility that meant the vehicle appeared in the most varied colors and markings, which makes it a rewarding subject for a diorama.

Usage tips

Printed resin parts are hard and brittle, so handle them with care. First wash them in warm soapy water so that the print resin residue disappears from the surface and the paint will hold. Cut off the supports with a saw or a cutting disc, never with nippers. Sand the mating surface flat and glue the parts with cyanoacrylate glue or epoxy, because cement for plastic will not hold here. Wear a respirator while sanding, or sand wet.

Who the set is for

• builders of utility and military vehicles in 1:35 scale
• modelers who want to add detail beyond the plastic kit
• those interested in Eastern Bloc equipment
• more experienced builders used to printed resin

This is an accessory to a model, not a kit. The base kit, paints and glue are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.