E.T. Model E35-145 Russian ChTZ S-65 Tractor (For TRUMPETER 5538) (1/35) – Photo-etched Parts

E.T. Model E35-145 Russian ChTZ S-65 Tractor (For TRUMPETER 5538) (1:35) is a high-quality photo-etched accessory set designed to enhance the 1/35 scale ChTZ S-65 artillery tractor model from Trumpeter (cat. no. 5538). This product is dedicated to demanding modellers who wish to faithfully reproduce the details of the historic Soviet vehicle from World War II.

Historical description of the vehicle

The ChTZ S-65 is one of the most important artillery tractors of the Red Army, produced in the USSR at the Chelyabinsk Tractor Plant (ChTZ) since 1937. This distinctive tracked vehicle was widely used during World War II, especially for transporting heavy artillery, field fortifications, and logistical operations on the Eastern Front. The S-65 is a development of the earlier S-60 model, with its main advantages being high towing power and reliability under difficult frontline conditions, from the Battle of Moscow to the liberation of Berlin.

• Scale: 1:35
• Intended for: Trumpeter 5538 plastic model – ChTZ S-65
• Historical period: World War II (1939-1945)
• User country: USSR (Soviet Union)
• Material: Photo-etched parts – tin-plated brass
• Purpose: Precision details — handles, meshes, clasps, fenders, and cabin equipment parts
• Category: Modelling accessories – photo-etched set for plastic models
• Recommended skill level: 4/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modellers due to the need for precise assembly and experience working with photo-etched parts

Advantages of the set

The E.T. Model E35-145 set enables a significant improvement in the realism of the S-65 model – thin, precisely cut details are impossible to reproduce with plastic parts alone. The photo-etched accessories give the model exceptional depth, making both the exterior and interior of the vehicle more authentic and highlighting distinctive details that camouflage various weapons and technical equipment components.

Who is it for?

The set is recommended for enthusiasts of early Soviet vehicles and all modellers who appreciate perfect historical accuracy and a high level of detail. It makes an ideal addition to any World War II military collection.