Trumpeter 00508 American machine gun AR-15/M16/M4 FAMILY M4 R.I.S 1/35

The presented model kit Trumpeter 00508 American machine gun AR-15/M16/M4 FAMILY M4 R.I.S 1/35 is a high-quality plastic model kit designed for demanding military modelers and diorama collectors. In 1/35 scale, it allows for a faithful reproduction of the American M16 and M4 automatic rifle family, as well as their variants equipped with the R.I.S (Rail Interface System) mounting rail system.

Historical context

The M16 and M4 rifles are the primary firearms used by the United States Army and numerous allied countries. The M16 variant debuted in the mid-1960s during the Vietnam conflict, marking the beginning of a new era in individual soldier armament. The M4 rifle, a shortened and improved version of the M16, entered service in the 1990s and was intensively used by American forces in Afghanistan, Iraq, and in other modern military operations.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of origin (original): United States
• Period of use: since the 1960s (M16) through the modern era (M4)
• Categories of use: Vietnam War, peacekeeping operations, Middle East wars, use by special forces and regular armies
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Additions: detailed R.I.S rail system parts, kit does not include glue or paints
• Category: plastic model kit, accessory for dioramas and 1/35 scale models

Perfect choice for modelers

This model is recommended both for advanced military modelers and beginner diorama creators who wish to enrich their projects with realistically recreated firearms. The set is an excellent addition to NATO and US Army vehicle and figure models.

Assembly difficulty: 2/5 – the model consists of precisely cast parts; assembly is simple but requires care when cutting and fitting. No need for advanced filling or modification.

By choosing Trumpeter 00508, you receive a perfectly replicated piece of American army weaponry in one of the most popular modeling scales, ideal for personalizing your dioramas and soldier figures. Thanks to high-quality details, you'll enhance the realism of any project.