E.T. Model EA35-062 Modern USMC LAV-25 SLEP Exhaust Cover For TRUMPETER Kit 1/35

E.T. Model EA35-062 is a carefully designed photo-etched parts set dedicated to the modern LAV-25 SLEP armored transport vehicle used by the United States Marine Corps (USMC). The set is intended for 1/35 scale models, and its precision matches perfectly with the popular Trumpeter kit. This set is designed for modelers who wish to faithfully replicate the details of a USMC vehicle as deployed during the Cold War and modern era—from the 1980s to current conflicts and peacekeeping missions involving the US Marines.

SLEP (Service Life Extension Program) is a modernization program aimed at extending the operational life of the LAV-25 by updating key vehicle components, including the exhaust system. Deployments of the LAV-25 on missions have often included operations in the Persian Gulf, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Characteristic steel exhaust covers protect key vehicle components and are clearly visible on the latest versions of the vehicle.

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: United States (USMC)
• Purpose: Modernization of the LAV-25 SLEP model (Trumpeter)
• Historical period: Cold War and modern times
• Product type: Photo-etched parts
• Material: Metal (photo-etched brass)
• The set does not include a plastic base model

E.T. Model EA35-062 allows advanced modelers to take their work to the next level by offering additions that enhance the appearance and historical accuracy of the model. Precisely cut photo-etched sheets allow for extremely thin and realistic details that cannot be achieved with standard plastic injection molding methods. Installation requires the use of professional modeling tools and experience working with delicate metal components.

We recommend this set for intermediate and advanced modelers, especially for those who wish to faithfully recreate modern USMC vehicles in 1/35 scale. We rate the build difficulty at 4/5 due to the precision required to work with thin metal details. This add-on will greatly enhance any model and increase the display value of dioramas and military vehicle collections.