1/43 Truck plates (identification marks & dangerous goods signs) Photo-etched detailing kit
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Made specifically to enhance the scale model:
Scale: 1/43
1/43 Truck Name Plates (Identification Marks & Dangerous‑Goods Signs) Photo‑Etched Detailing Set (Microdesign MD043018)
What Is It?
Add the finishing touch of official signage to your 1/43 scale truck or tanker models with this pre‑coloured photo-etched brass identification‑and‑hazard plate set. Purpose‑built for Soviet and modern Russian freight vehicles, the set delivers company name boards, fleet ID numbers, explosive/flammable hazard diamonds, width‑marker chevrons, “Long Vehicle” panels and speed‑limit discs. Cut from robust 0.2mm brass and printed in vivid reds, oranges and blacks, each emblem and text line appears razor‑clean, giving your cargo haulers or fuel tankers an industry‑standard look that transforms any highway diorama. This kit ensures authenticity and precision. The components are lightweight yet sturdy, allowing for easy handling during assembly. By using this kit, you can transform your truck or diorama model into a MASTERPIECE with museum-quality detail. The brass material provides durability while maintaining a fine, realistic appearance, making it an essential addition for any model enthusiast.
Who Is It Intended For?
- Beginner hobbyists needing fast, striking upgrades
- Modern & Soviet truck fans adding reg‑compliant signage
- Diorama builders portraying chemical plants or fuel depots
- Collectors seeking a real‑world fleet livery finish
Benefits
- Instant Detail: Pre‑painted graphics—no tedious decal alignment
- Durable Metal: 0 .20 mm brass resists handling & UV fade
- Safety Authenticity: Correct hazard diamonds for flammable, toxic & explosive loads
- Simple Application: 22 parts—clip, glue, weather
Product Details
| Manufacturer | Microdesign |
|---|---|
| Product Code | MD043018 |
| Subject | 1/43 Truck ID plates & dangerous‑goods signs |
| Scale | 1/43 |
| Material | Brass 0.2mm (pre‑coloured) |
| Items Included | 22 Pieces |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
Kit Composition
- One colour photo‑etch board – fleet boards, hazard diamonds, chevrons, speed discs
- Illustrated instruction card – placement diagrams & paint‑match tips
Applications
- Fuel‑tanker dioramas with flammable diamond plates
- Chemical transport convoys showing toxic gas placards
- Depot scenes featuring company logo boards on truck doors
Historical Background
By the 1960s the Soviet Ministry of Transport mandated standardized danger‑goods placards and fleet identification panels for trucks. Painted metal plates—often removable—alerted inspectors and emergency crews to load hazards, while depot name boards and speed discs helped regulate massive national logistics fleets. Microdesign recreates these recognizable plates in etched brass, allowing modelers to showcase the safety and administrative markings that kept USSR roads moving safely.
How to Use
Follow these steps to enhance your model:
- Carefully remove the photo-etched components using precision tools.
- Clean the attachment points on your model for a smooth fit.
- Bend and shape components using tweezers or a photo-etch bending tool.
- Secure parts with cyanoacrylate glue for a durable hold.
- Paint and weather the model to match historical accuracy.
- Follow the instruction manual for detailed guidance on part placement and assembly.
Why Choose Imodeller’s MD043018?
- Metal Authenticity: etched brass equals real truck plates
- Pre‑Coloured: vibrant graphics—no painting hassle
- Wide Variety: ID boards + six hazard types + warning chevrons
- Era Versatility: great for Cold‑War to modern CIS scenes
Mark Your Trucks with Authority!
Equip your 1/43 truck fleet with genuine ID & hazard plates—order now and bring your model to life today!
Shipping Information
Item Location: USA
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