E.T. Model E35-131 Modern U.S. M1070 Truck Tractor (For HOBBY BOSS 85502) 1/35

The E.T. Model E35-131 photo-etched detail set is intended for the 1:35 scale Hobby Boss M1070 Truck Tractor model (No. 85502). This specialist set is an excellent addition to the plastic kit, allowing you to achieve an unrivaled level of detail and realism not available with standard components when building your military vehicle.

Historical information and application

The M1070 Truck Tractor is a modern American tractor unit developed by Oshkosh. It is a key element of the HET (Heavy Equipment Transporter) military heavy transport system. Developed in the 1990s for the United States Army, it entered service in 1992. The main purpose of the M1070 is to tow heavy tanks—primarily the M1 Abrams—as well as other equipment, over long distances and under difficult field conditions. It has been used intensively during operations such as Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and by NATO and U.S. Army forces in the Middle East, as well as in Europe during the Cold War and in contemporary conflicts.

Product characteristics

• Scale: 1/35 – dedicated to plastic models of this size
• Operator country: United States of America
• Service period: modern era, from the 1990s to the present day
• Material: photo-etched brass sheet – providing the thinness, precision, and durability of details that cannot be achieved with plastic components
• Contents: Numerous details made of photo-etched metal, such as handles, grills, mounts, equipment components, and fine finishing parts characteristic of the original M1070
• Category: photo-etched set – modeling accessories for plastic model kits
• Recommended use with: Hobby Boss 85502 M1070 Truck Tractor in 1/35 scale

Recommendation and difficulty level

The E.T. Model E35-131 set is recommended for experienced modellers and those seeking the highest level of realism and detail in their projects. The precise photo-etched parts require skill in working with small components as well as specialized tools and cyanoacrylate adhesives. Difficulty level: 4/5.

If you want your M1070 Truck Tractor model to reflect the authenticity of a U.S. Army vehicle at the highest possible level—this is an essential upgrade. Perfect for modern vehicle enthusiasts and military collectors.