{"title":"Grooved plates and surfaces","description":"\u003ch2\u003e General characteristics of the category\u003c\/h2\u003e \nGrooved plates and surfaces are a crucial element in modeling, especially when building vehicle, ship, and architectural models. They enhance the realism and detail of models, crucial for any modeler striving for perfection. Made from high-quality materials, grooved plates offer a variety of textures and patterns that can be applied to various modeling scales, such as 1\/72, 1\/48, 1\/35, and 1\/24.\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Types of products in the category\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The Grooved Plates and Surfaces category includes a variety of products that can be divided into several groups. The most popular include:\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003ePlastic sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e - ideal for creating details in models, characterized by ease of processing and painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eResin plates\u003c\/strong\u003e - offering exceptional quality of detail, often used in models with a high level of valorization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003ePhoto-etched plates\u003c\/strong\u003e - containing precisely cut elements that can be used to enrich models with details such as sheet metal division lines or structural elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eDecal plates\u003c\/strong\u003e - allowing you to add authentic markings and graphic details to your models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Popular scales and difficulty levels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Checkerboards are available in various scales, allowing them to be used on a wide range of models. For aircraft models, popular scales are 1\/48 and 1\/72, while for military vehicles, 1\/35 scale models are common. The level of difficulty in working with checkerboards can vary depending on the material chosen and the complexity of the project, making them suitable for both beginners and advanced modelers.\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Distinguishing features of the products\u003c\/h2\u003e \nProducts in the \"Roughened Plates and Surfaces\" category are distinguished by their high-quality detail and precise part fit. This allows modelers to achieve excellent visual effects and utilize enhancement techniques such as preshading, washing, and the use of filters and pigments. Roughened plates are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional, making them an indispensable element in the model building process.\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Examples of popular products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n The most popular products in the category of slabs and grooved surfaces include:\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Evergreen grooved plates in 1\/35 scale - ideal for building details in vehicle models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Eduard photo-etched plates - perfect for enhancing models with precise details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Resin sheets from Aires - offering exceptional quality of detail for demanding modelers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Decals from the Cartograf series - allowing you to add authentic markings to your models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e End\u003c\/h2\u003e \nGrooved plates and surfaces are a key element in modeling, allowing for a high level of detail and realism. We encourage you to explore the full range in this category to discover all the possibilities that grooved plates offer in the model building process.","products":[{"product_id":"29019-aber-16099-wwii-german-pattern-treadplate-trumpeter-pz-iv-116","title":"Aber 16099 WWII German pattern treadplate (Trumpeter Pz. IV) 1\/16","description":"\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan itemprop=\"name\"\u003eAber 16099 WWII German pattern treadplate (Trumpeter Pz. IV) (1\/16)\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Aber 16099 WWII German pattern treadplate is a top-quality photo-etched brass set allowing for highly detailed replication of the German pattern treadplate floor for the 1:16 scale Panzer IV model produced by Trumpeter. The dedicated components have been precisely designed and manufactured by Aber, a renowned Polish company recognized by modelers worldwide as an expert in the field of photo-etched details for military vehicle models. This product is intended for both advanced modelers and demanding hobbyists who expect the highest historical accuracy and reproduction of the original vehicles’ construction details from the World War II era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDedicated for: \u003cstrong\u003eTrumpeter Panzer IV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCountry of origin (original vehicle): \u003cstrong\u003eGermany\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eHistorical period used: \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/strong\u003e (1939-1945)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003ephoto-etched brass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCategory: \u003cstrong\u003ephoto-etched detail set\u003c\/strong\u003e for plastic models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eHistorical Information:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Panzerkampfwagen IV (PzKpfw IV) was one of the most important German medium tanks of World War II, widely used in all theaters of operations—from the Polish campaign through France, North Africa, and the Eastern Front. 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Its dedicated 1\/35 scale makes it a universal choice for models from World War II, the Cold War era, as well as modern times – it was used on tanks, armored personnel carriers, trucks, or self-propelled guns of armies from countries such as the USSR, Germany, United States, Poland, or Great Britain.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The A5-size sheet (148x210 mm) is covered with a diamond pattern measuring 0.35 x 0.9 mm, allowing modelers to render even the smallest details of anti-slip surfaces. 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