Panzer Art RE35-723 Soviet ERA-1 Reactive Armor 1/35 – Resin accessory set for models

The Panzer Art RE35-723 Soviet ERA-1 Reactive Armor in 1/35 scale is a precisely crafted modeling accessory that significantly enhances the realism of Soviet vehicles from the Cold War era and later years. This product is dedicated to modelers who wish to accurately replicate the appearance of modern tanks equipped with the first generation of ERA-1 reactive armor (“Kontakt-1”). The components included in this set allow for authentic mounting of reactive armor blocks on models such as the T-72, T-80, or certain versions of the T-55 used by the Soviet Union and other former Eastern Bloc countries.

Technical information about the product

• Scale: 1/35
• Country: Soviet Union (USSR), former Eastern Bloc countries
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times (from the early 1980s)
• Material: high-quality resin
• Category: resin accessories for plastic models
• Catalog number: RE35-723

Brief historical background

The “ERA-1” (Kontakt-1) reactive armor was developed in the early 1980s by Soviet military engineers in response to the growing threat from shaped-charge munitions. It was first widely used on T-72B and T-80BV tanks, as well as on subsequent upgrades of numerous Soviet and other countries’ vehicles. Such modules were commonly seen in local conflicts and during Soviet operations in Afghanistan, and later in the armies of former socialist bloc countries.

Advantages of the Panzer Art RE35-723 set

• Extremely accurate detailing, realistic resin texture, and sharp ERA panel lines
• Compatible with a wide range of plastic models from leading manufacturers (Tamiya, Trumpeter, Zvezda)
• Maximally increases the realism and historical authenticity of the model
• Included instructions precisely show the placement of elements on the vehicle

Who is this product for?

Panzer Art RE35-723 Soviet ERA-1 Reactive Armor is recommended for intermediate and experienced modelers (difficulty level: 3/5) seeking professional accessories for their dioramas or tank models from the Cold War and modern eras. The product is perfect for modeling competitions and building realistic historical scenes.