Eduard 36171 RSO Pak 40/4 75mm 1/35 Dragon – photo-etched detail set

Eduard 36171 RSO Pak 40/4 75mm is a high-quality photo-etched metal set designed for advanced scale modeling of the German self-propelled anti-tank gun RSO Pak 40/4 from World War II. This set has been specifically developed for models from the renowned Dragon company in the popular 1:35 scale. The set significantly raises the level of detail of the finished model by adding a range of precise, realistically reproduced elements made of thin brass sheet.

• Scale: 1/35
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Country of the represented vehicle: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (1943–1945)
• Material: Photo-etched sheet – brass
• Application: dedicated for Dragon models (RSO Pak 40/4 75mm)
• Category: photo-etched detail set for plastic models

RSO Pak 40/4 is the German light tracked tractor Raupenschlepper Ost (RSO), which in its armed version was fitted with a 75 mm PaK 40 anti-tank gun. These vehicles appeared on the Eastern Front from late 1943, serving as improvised, fast-response means to combat Soviet armored forces. The RSO Pak 40/4 took part in operations on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, often used by Wehrmacht units in difficult terrain conditions and where there was a significant demand for mobile anti-tank defense.

The Eduard 36171 photo-etched set includes high-quality details such as improved handles, shields, turret elements, gun details, straps, and fine structural components, all of which greatly enhance the realism of the finished model. The photo-etched parts are precisely cut and easy to assemble for experienced modelers, guaranteeing an excellent final result. They also overcome the classic limitations of injection-molded details, allowing for exemplary reconstruction of both the interior and exterior of the vehicle.

We recommend this product to advanced modelers looking to elevate a classic model to an expert level—both collectors of German military equipment and enthusiasts of World War II dioramas. Due to its small components and precise assembly requirements, this set is rated at a difficulty level of 4/5.