E.T. Model E35-097 Israel Merkava Mk.IV Tank LIC Basic (For ACADEMY 13227) 1/35 – Photo-etched detail set for Merkava IV model

E.T. Model E35-097 Israel Merkava Mk.IV Tank LIC Basic (For ACADEMY 13227) in 1:35 scale is a professional photo-etched upgrade set designed to precisely replicate the details of the Israeli main battle tank Merkava IV in the LIC (Low Intensity Conflict) version. The product is intended for the Academy plastic kit with catalog number 13227 and is an excellent enhancement for all modelers who wish to give their model the highest level of realism.

Key product features:

• Scale: 1/35 – dedicated for military vehicle models in diorama setups and military collections.
• Country of origin: Israel – the model represents the Merkava Mk.IV tank, the main battle tank of the Israel Defense Forces.
• Material: highest purity photo-etched metal – ensures ultra precision, sharpness of details, durability, and ease of fitting to the model's surface.
• Compatibility: specifically designed for Academy kit 13227.
• Model add-on: includes details such as mesh elements, shields, handles, small surface details that are missing or simplified in the standard plastic kit.

Vehicle history:

The Merkava Mk.IV is the latest generation of Israeli main battle tanks, introduced into service after 2004 and used to this day by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). The LIC version was specifically adapted for combat operations in urban conditions and low-intensity conflicts, including in the Gaza Strip during Operation "Cast Lead" (2008-2009) and subsequent actions in the Middle East.

Product category

This is a photo-etched accessories set – photo-etched parts for plastic models in 1/35 scale.

Recommendation and difficulty

The E.T. Model E35-097 set is recommended for advanced and intermediate military modelers who want to recreate historical and modern armored vehicles with exceptional precision. The assembly difficulty level is rated at 4/5 – assembling and fitting the photo-etched details requires manual skills, experience with this kind of material, and appropriate modeling tools. The product allows a significant increase in the realism and collectible value of the finished Merkava Mk.IV model.

The set guarantees that your Israeli tank model will stand out with details unavailable in the basic kit, which will be appreciated by both hobbyists and advanced military collectors.