Panzer Art RE35-157 Sand armor for M5 “Stuart” 1/35

Panzer Art RE35-157 Sand armor for M5 “Stuart” 1/35 is a professional aftermarket set made from high-quality resin, dedicated for the M5 “Stuart” light tank model in the popular 1/35 scale. This product allows you to significantly increase the historical accuracy, realism, and level of detail of your model by replacing standard plastic armor parts with additional sandbag armor, which was characteristic for vehicles operating on desert fronts during World War II.

The set is produced by the renowned company Panzer Art, known for its high level of detail reproduction and precision in resin products. The parts are made from excellent quality resin, which accurately represents the texture of sandbags used for protection against gunfire and shrapnel. Using resin instead of plastic guarantees sharp and deep details that are difficult to achieve with standard plastic model kits.

During World War II, the M5 “Stuart” light tank was widely used by the US, British, and Allied armies in operations on both the African and Italian fronts. The demand for additional armor, especially in desert terrains, led to the widespread use of sandbags on tanks, significantly increasing their protection against anti-tank rounds and mines.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: United States, United Kingdom, Allied countries
• Historical period: World War II (mainly years 1942-1945)
• Material: high-quality resin
• Additions: authentically reproduced sandbag armor segments
• Category: resin detail set for plastic models, modeling accessories

This product is intended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to give their models an authentic look and enrich them with details known from real war vehicles. We assess the assembly difficulty as 3/5 – it requires basic modeling skills, fitting, and painting. We recommend precise fitting and dry fit before permanent assembly.

We recommend the Panzer Art RE35-157 sets to all modelers passionate about World War II military history, who expect enhanced realism and detail reproduction in their projects.