Rye Field Model 2055 T-55A Medium Tank Mod. 1981 for RFM5098 - Upgrade Solution 1/35

The professional upgrade set Rye Field Model 2055 T-55A Medium Tank Mod. 1981 for RFM5098 - Upgrade Solution 1/35 is an advanced solution dedicated to military modeling enthusiasts who wish to create the most accurate replica of the Soviet T-55A medium tank in 1/35 scale. This product has been developed as a comprehensive supplementary and upgrade set for the Rye Field Model plastic T-55A (RFM5098) kit, allowing for a significant enhancement of the finished miniature’s level of detail.

The T-55A tank is one of the most recognizable armored vehicles of the 20th century, widely used by the Soviet Army as well as numerous Warsaw Pact nations and countries of the Middle East. The Mod. 1981 model represents a modernized version used at the turn of the 1970s and 1980s, often present in armed conflicts of that period, such as the war in Afghanistan or the Arab wars. The upgraded T-55A remained in active service from the late 1950s into modern times, being employed during the Cold War and various local conflicts.

The set includes precisely made photo-etched parts and high-quality resin accessories, enabling faithful reproduction of details such as meshes, handles, hinged hatches, and external equipment features. The self-assembly upgrade set raises the kit to a competition-level standard – recreating elements that would be impossible or overly simplified if made from plastic.

• Scale: 1/35
• User countries: USSR, Warsaw Pact nations, Middle East
• Historical period: Cold War, modern times
• Material: photo-etched metal, resin
• Category: detail-up set for plastic model kits
• Contents: photo-etched parts, resin parts, instructions

This product is especially recommended for advanced modelers and military history enthusiasts striving for perfect realism in their projects. The set does not include glue or paints and is recommended for users with at least intermediate experience working with photo-etched parts and resin. The build difficulty is rated at 4/5 due to the required precision and assembly demands. This unique set from Rye Field Model will give your T-55A exceptional character and realism, making it stand out at any modeling show.