Voyager Model PEA435 WWII US Army M46 Patton Tank side skirts and stowage bins (For TAKOM 2117) 1/35 – Upgrade Set

Voyager Model PEA435 is a specialist upgrade set designed for the TAKOM (no. 2117) M46 Patton model in 1/35 scale. This product is intended for modelers who wish to enhance the realism and detail of their model by faithfully reproducing the side skirts and additional external stowage bins. Thanks to the highest quality photo-etched metal parts, the set allows for significant enrichment of this famous American tank replica.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of origin (original): United States of America (USA)
• Period of use: Cold War – The M46 Patton was mainly used in the early phase of this period, from 1949 to the early 1950s. It saw particular service during the Korean War, where the M46 formed the backbone of US Army armored units.
• Material: Photo-etched brass sheet – precise, thinly cut elements guarantee a level of detail unattainable in standard plastic parts.
• Set contents: Side skirts and a complete set of external stowage bins designed specifically for the TAKOM 2117 kit. The assembly manual with diagrams facilitates the build process.
• Category: Upgrade set for plastic model kits
• Difficulty level: 4/5 – Intended for advanced modelers due to the need for precise cutting, bending, and gluing of very small photo-etched parts. Experience with cyanoacrylate adhesives and modeling tools is recommended.

We recommend this product to all modelers looking to give their M46 Patton model a unique and realistic appearance. The Voyager Model PEA435 set significantly increases the level of detail, faithfully recreating the characteristic appearance of the original protective skirts and stowage bins—elements crucial for maintaining the historical accuracy of this American vehicle from the Korean War and early Cold War periods. It's the perfect choice for military enthusiasts and historical diorama builders.