Eduard 35558 ZiL-157 SA-2 Truck 1/35 Trumpeter – Photo-Etched Detail Set

Eduard 35558 is a high-quality photo-etched detail set designed for the 1/35 scale ZiL-157 SA-2 Truck model by Trumpeter. This product is an excellent addition to the standard version of the model, allowing for extremely precise reproduction of details true to the original vehicle.

• Scale: 1/35 – compatible with popular military models and dioramas in this scale.
• Country of use: Soviet Union (USSR).
• Material: Photo-etched stainless steel – extremely thin yet durable, allowing for precise replication of the finest details.
• Set contents: 2 photo-etched frets featuring finely crafted parts such as: handles, brackets, chassis elements, covers, ventilation grilles, latches, and other details that are difficult to achieve with plastic parts.
• Category: Modelling accessories, photo-etched set for plastic models.

ZiL-157 SA-2 Truck – a brief history:
The ZiL-157 truck was developed in the USSR in the late 1950s as the successor to the legendary ZiS-151. It was widely used during the Cold War era (the 1950s, 60s and 70s) by the Soviet Army and Warsaw Pact forces as a transport vehicle, tractor for missile systems (including the famous SA-2 Guideline system), and as an auxiliary vehicle. The ZiL-157 played a key role during numerous armed conflicts, crises, and maneuvers within the Eastern Bloc. Its distinctive silhouette with the slanted hood and typical six-wheel configuration often appears in historical photographs from the Cold War era.

Advantages of the Eduard 35558 set:
This set significantly enhances the realism of the Trumpeter model, especially in the most visible areas – with improved detailing of the cab, engine, and chassis. Photo-etched details are indispensable for advanced modellers who strive for faithful reproduction, but thanks to the clear instructions, this set is also accessible to intermediate modellers.

• Highly recommended for modellers with intermediate to advanced experience.
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 (requires cyanoacrylate glue, precision tools, and basic knowledge of working with photo-etched parts).

In summary, the Eduard 35558 ZiL-157 SA-2 Truck 1/35 is a unique accessory for the Trumpeter kit that is sure to impress any enthusiast of Soviet engineering or realistic Cold War military models.