{"product_id":"15122-trumpeter-05567-soviet-2s3-152mm-self-propeller-howitzer-late-135","title":"Trumpeter 05567 Soviet 2S3 152mm Self-Propeller Howitzer - Late 1\/35","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTrumpeter 05567 Soviet 2S3 152mm Self-Propeller Howitzer - Late (1\/35)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Trumpeter 05567 is a high-quality plastic model kit depicting the Soviet 2S3 self-propelled howitzer (late version) in the popular 1\/35 scale. This model is dedicated both to advanced modelers and collectors passionate about the modern military technology of former Eastern Bloc countries. The kit perfectly reproduces the construction of this self-propelled artillery piece, an icon of the Cold War era.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The 2S3 \"Akatsiya\" self-propelled howitzer was developed in the Soviet Union in the late 1960s and entered service in 1971. It was widely used in artillery units of the USSR, Warsaw Pact countries, and other states supported by the USSR—participating in numerous armed conflicts, including the war in Afghanistan and Middle Eastern wars. The 2S3 gained recognition thanks to its significant firepower and terrain mobility. Late-model examples featured improvements in armor protection and fire control systems. Period of use: Cold War, modern times.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eModel scale: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/35\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUser country: \u003cstrong\u003eSoviet Union (Russia and many countries of the former Eastern Bloc)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003eplastic (high-quality polystyrene)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: \u003cstrong\u003eplastic assembly model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEquipment: \u003cstrong\u003eexternal photo-etched details, realistic reproduction of the barrel and turret, set of transparent elements (e.g. periscopes), decals with Soviet unit markings\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNumber of parts: over 500 elements, ensuring accurate reproduction of the vehicle with a wealth of detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContents: does not include glue or paints – separate purchase of modeling accessories required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Trumpeter 05567 model stands out for its very high level of detail and excellent fit of parts. The use of photo-etched details provides exceptional realism, especially in the fine components of equipment mounts and armor reproductions. It is recommended for intermediate to advanced modelers (\u003cstrong\u003ebuild difficulty: 4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e). Perfect as part of a Cold War-era military model collection. A great choice for collectors, military technology history enthusiasts, and diorama builders depicting Soviet artillery units.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Trumpeter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720047448398,"sku":"TRUM05567","price":35.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/264b2bb428a259d6c09af6893deb7ef7.jpg?v=1755489753","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/15122-trumpeter-05567-soviet-2s3-152mm-self-propeller-howitzer-late-135","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}