E.T. Model EA35-066 IDF Merkava MBT III/IV WindBreaker Active Protection System 1/35

E.T. Model presents the EA35-066 IDF Merkava MBT III/IV WindBreaker Active Protection System set in 1/35 scale — a specialized package of photo-etched elements, dedicated to the precise detailing of Israeli main battle tank models Merkava III and IV, equipped with the modern Trophy/WindBreaker active protection system.

• Scale: 1/35
• Original user's country: Israel
• Service period: modern era (from 2000-2024)
• Material: high-quality metal (photo-etched parts)
• Category: Plastic model accessories, photo-etched detail set
• Compatible with: Merkava III and IV models from various manufacturers, including Hobby Boss, Meng, and Academy

Historical Description: The WindBreaker system (Trophy APS) is the world’s first operationally deployed hard-kill active protection system, designed to neutralize anti-tank projectiles before they reach the vehicle’s hull. In Israel, Trophy has been widely implemented on Merkava IV tanks and later versions of the Merkava III — the system has proven itself in conflict areas: Gaza Strip, Lebanon, and the Golan Heights, providing a revolutionary level of crew safety in combat conditions.

Contents and Application: The EA35-066 E.T. Model set includes extremely precise photo-etched components, enabling a faithful reproduction of the WindBreaker system on Merkava tanks. It allows for the construction of all the complex details of APS sensors, panels, and launchers, significantly increasing the model’s realism. Thin, flexible metal parts achieve effects impossible to replicate with just standard plastic kit parts. The use of this accessory is an excellent solution for modelers wishing to depict a modern Israeli tank in accordance with the current state of Israel’s armored forces technology.

Difficulty level: 4/5. Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers experienced with photo-etched parts.

Recommendation: This product is recommended for every enthusiast of modern military technology, especially fans of Israeli armored vehicles. It is an ideal choice for modelers seeking the highest level of realism and authenticity in replicating Merkava tanks in 1/35 scale.