Trumpeter 61602 1/16 M198 Towed Howitzer Scale Model  [TP61602]

Trumpeter 61602 - 1/16 Merit US 155mm M198 Towed Howed Howitzer
Price:
£33.16
Brand:
Trumpeter
Model:
TP61602
Condition:
Brand New
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Summary of the Trumpeter 61602 1/16 US 155mm M198 Towed Howitzer

The Trumpeter 61602 renders the US 155mm M198 howitzer in 1/16 scale with attention to mechanical detail. Intended for experienced modellers, the kit offers a balance of complexity and authenticity for a display-ready artillery replica.

Service History and Importance

The M198 entered service in the late 1970s and saw use in several conflicts, valued for its firepower and mobility. This model reflects the principal characteristics that made the howitzer a standard piece of artillery equipment.

Modelling Experience and Finished Presentation

Expect a build that rewards patience; accurate assembly and careful painting will bring out the intricate textures and functional appearance. The finished kit stands well on its own or as part of a period diorama.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/16
  • Material: High quality plastic
  • Assembly: Requires glue
  • Paint: Not included
  • Parts: Detailed components with realistic textures

What skill level suits this kit?

This is best tackled by intermediate to advanced modellers due to fine detail and numerous small parts that need precise work.

Which adhesives and fillers work well?

Use plastic solvent cement for seams and a lightweight filler for gaps. CA glue is useful for tiny fittings but apply sparingly to avoid fogging.

How can I add realistic weathering?

Layer washes, drybrushing and chalk pigments to simulate dirt and wear. Study reference photos to apply weathering where a howitzer would naturally show use.

Is it possible to pose the gun barrel?

Some builders leave the trunnion or elevation mechanism movable by avoiding permanent glue on those joints; this requires careful fit and sometimes extra reinforcement elsewhere.

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