Eduard 36341 ZSU-23-4 Shilka 1/35 Meng – photo-etched parts set

Eduard 36341 ZSU-23-4 Shilka 1/35 Meng is a high-quality set of photo-etched parts dedicated to the plastic model of the ZSU-23-4 Shilka in 1/35 scale by Meng. This set was created to significantly enhance the level of detail of the replica of this well-known Soviet self-propelled anti-aircraft system. Eduard is famous for precise modeling accessories that excellently recreate the finest details of the real vehicle.

Product technical data:

• Intended for: ZSU-23-4 Shilka Meng 1/35 plastic model
• Material: photo-etched metal (brass)
• Set components: meshes, handles, detailed external elements, and small turret interior details
• Scale: 1/35

Historical context of the ZSU-23-4 Shilka vehicle

The ZSU-23-4 Shilka was a Soviet self-propelled anti-aircraft artillery system, widely used by the USSR and Warsaw Pact countries, and also exported to countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Introduced in the 1960s during the Cold War, the Shilka gained fame during the Yom Kippur War in 1973 and numerous conflicts in the Middle East. Equipped with four 23 mm caliber cannons, the ZSU-23-4 was resistant to small arms fire and shrapnel, providing effective protection for armored forces against low-flying aircraft attacks.

Application and advantages of the Eduard 36341 set

• Product category: photo-etched set for plastic models
• The set allows accurate reproduction of realistic meshes, handles, and fine details characteristic of the Shilka, unavailable in the standard Meng kit
• Precise photo-etching technology ensures the parts are very thin and true to scale
• An excellent choice for advanced modelers and enthusiasts of Soviet Cold War vehicles
• Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 – the set is intended for intermediate and advanced modelers, requiring experience with photo-etched metal parts
• Product especially recommended for those striving to achieve the highest level of detail and historical accuracy in their model

In summary, Eduard 36341 ZSU-23-4 Shilka 1/35 Meng guarantees to elevate your model to a level of modeling mastery. We recommend it to all military vehicle enthusiasts and collectors who wish to build a faithfully recreated replica of the Soviet Shilka – an icon of the Cold War era.