Abteilung 502 ABT710 SPOILS OF WAR – Scale Modeling Magazine

Abteilung 502 ABT710 SPOILS OF WAR is an exclusive publication aimed at both military history enthusiasts and scale modeling aficionados. The book is published by the renowned manufacturer Abteilung 502, known worldwide for its exceptional educational materials for modelers. The content spans 108 pages in English and offers a unique perspective on the Persian Gulf conflict (1990–1991) from the viewpoint of the French Daguet Division.

An exceptional source of inspiration for modelers and historians

The book focuses on the actions of the French Daguet Division, established in 1990 as part of coalition forces in Saudi Arabia following Iraq’s occupation of Kuwait. This elite unit was formed on the basis of the 6th Light Armoured Division. Special attention is given to operations starting on February 24, 1991, when the ground offensive against Iraqi forces began, including armed clashes for the As-Salman airbase.

• Historical period: Persian Gulf conflict (1990-1991), modern era.
• Country: France, international coalition operations under the auspices of the United Nations.
• Topics: Military operations, captured equipment, dioramas inspired by historical events.
• Number of pages: 108, Language: English.
• Category: scale modeling magazine / modeling book.
• Producer: Abteilung 502 – a guarantee of top print quality and unique content.

Why choose Abteilung 502 ABT710 SPOILS OF WAR?

This publication is an irreplaceable source of inspiration for modelers specializing in 20th-century military vehicles and dioramas depicting the modern battlefield. Detailed photos, descriptions of Western and captured Iraqi equipment, soldiers’ accounts, and insights from the war relics recovery team – all this enables you to create accurate models in line with historical realities.

The book will appeal to both intermediate and advanced modelers looking to enrich their projects with authentic details. Experienced modelers will find inspiration to build unique dioramas and model conversions, while beginners can broaden their knowledge about the operational context of the equipment used during the Gulf War.

Difficulty level for building models based on this publication: 2/5 – the book is intended as inspiration and information, it does not contain direct assembly instructions, but its wealth of photographic and descriptive documentation makes it an excellent support for any modeling project.