Hobby Boss 84536 USAF XM706E2 1/35 – Plastic model of armored wheeled personnel carrier

The Hobby Boss 84536 USAF XM706E2 model in 1/35 scale is an exceptionally refined assembly kit representing the American XM706E2 armored wheeled personnel carrier, which is a modification of the well-known Commando V-100. This vehicle was developed by Cadillac Gage for the United States Air Force (USAF). The XM706E2 version saw extensive use during the Vietnam conflict, i.e. in the modern era (Cold War), mainly throughout the 1960s to 1980s. Most often, it served as a vehicle for airbase and convoy protection, as well as for escorting personnel and transporting cargo in areas threatened by enemy attack.

This model is intended for modelers who value high-quality details and faithful reproduction of the original. The kit consists of over 600 precisely crafted parts – including 310+ plastic components and a single sheet of photo-etched parts, allowing for an advanced level of detailing, especially in areas such as grills, shields, and intricate details. The set also includes a metal chain for attaching the vehicle’s external accessories.

• Scale: 1/35 – a highly regarded scale in military modeling, allowing for realistic detail replication.
• Country of use: United States of America (USAF).
• Era of use: mainly Vietnam War and Cold War (1960s–1980s).
• Material: high-quality plastic, photo-etched parts, metal chain.
• Set includes: 8 sprues with construction elements, separate lower and upper hull parts, rubber tires, photo-etched fret, metal chain.

Category: Plastic model kit (1/35 armored vehicle model).

We recommend this model both to intermediate and experienced military modelers – especially enthusiasts of US military history and the Vietnam conflict. We rate the build difficulty as 4 out of 5, due to the number of parts and the presence of photo-etched elements that require careful assembly. This product will be perfect as a diorama base, or as a detailed addition to a collection of 20th-century military vehicle models.

Hobby Boss 84536 USAF XM706E2 1/35 stands out thanks to its high level of detail, historical accuracy, and an excellent selection of additional parts, effectively satisfying even the most demanding modelers.