1:35 Modern US M1078 LMTV [Armoor CaB] add PARTS (For TRUMPETER 01009)

Voyager Model 1:35 add-on parts for the M1078 LMTV with an armored cab (photo-etched set)

A photo-etched brass set with add-on parts for a model of the modern American M1078 LMTV truck with an armored cab, in 1:35 scale. It is not a model but an accessory that replaces the coarser plastic features with thin etched parts and adds details. The set is designed for the Trumpeter 01009 kit.

The real subject

The M1078 LMTV is a light American tactical truck of the FMTV family. The version with an armored cab raised the protection of the crew on logistic tasks in the operations of the 21st century. The vehicle is a common part of the support echelon of modern American units.

Usage tips

Separate the etched parts with a sharp knife or etch scissors and form the bends with a bending tool. Bond the brass with super glue (cyanoacrylate). Degrease the metal before painting and apply a primer; check the numbering of the parts against the instructions.

Who the set is for

• Builders of modern American logistic vehicles
• Modelers who want to sharpen the details of the truck
• More experienced modelers working with photo-etch

This is a detail set, not a model. The base kit, glue and paints are not included in the package.