Trumpeter 05526 1/35 Italian PUMA 6x6 Armoured Vehicle Model Kit  [TP05526]

Trumpeter 05526 - 1/35 Italian PUMA 6x6 Wheeled AFV
Price:
£14.96
Brand:
Trumpeter
Model:
TP05526
Condition:
Brand New
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Introduction to the Trumpeter 1/35 Italian PUMA 6x6 kit

The Trumpeter 1/35 scale Italian PUMA 6x6 Wheeled Armored Fighting Vehicle kit presents a faithful miniature of the multipurpose wheeled platform used in modern operations. Its detailed components and accurate silhouette make it a good fit for collectors focused on contemporary military subjects.

Purpose and characteristics

The full size PUMA 6x6 emphasises mobility, protection and mission adaptability across different roles from reconnaissance to transport. This model mirrors those traits through defined hull panels, turret detail and external fixtures that convey the vehicle's function.

Construction notes

Assembly calls for steady hands and patience, with separate parts for suspension, hull and turret that benefit from careful test fitting and seam work. Builders will achieve best results with primer, thin paint layers and deliberate masking for crisp markings.

Final presentation advice

Once assembled and finished, the PUMA 6x6 stands well alongside other modern vehicles in a 1/35 collection or as the centrepiece of an operational diorama. Attention to scale weathering will enhance its realism on display.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/35
  • Material: Plastic
  • Assembly: Requires glue
  • Paint: Required for realistic finish
Yes, the 1/35 scale makes it compatible with standard figure sets and accessory packs, allowing you to create convincing crewed scenes and dioramas.
Use a fine brush or airbrush for base coats, then pick out small details with a steady hand and magnification if needed. Thin paints and careful layering prevent loss of raised detail.
Photoetched upgrades and metal barrels can sharpen the kit's look, but they increase build complexity. They are worth considering once you are comfortable with the base assembly.

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