1/43 Soviet special license plates for tractors & trailers photo-etched detailing kit
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Made specifically to enhance the scale model: 1/43 trucks & trailers
Scale: 1/43
1/43 Soviet License Plates for Tractors & Trailers Photo‑Etched Detailing Set (Microdesign MD043016)
What Is It?
Elevate your Soviet tractor and trailer models with this precision photo‑etched license‑plate set. Designed for any 1/43 scale farm or road kit, it supplies authentic special front and rear registration plates, regional code tabs, mounting frames, inspection tabs and tow‑bar ID plates used across the USSR from the 1950s through the late 1980s. Etched from resilient 0 .17 mm brass and pre‑coloured in black and white typefaces, each symbol and cyrillic character appears razor‑sharp, giving your agricultural haulers or highway trailers the crisp realism impossible with decals alone. 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 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 modelers seeking an easy, eye‑catching upgrade
- Farm & diorama builders staging rural Soviet scenes
- Classic truck collectors wanting authentic plates on ZIL‑130 or MAZ tankers
- Scratch‑builders needing scale‑accurate Soviet IDs
Benefits
- Instant Authenticity: Pre‑coloured plates drop straight onto any 1/43 Soviet vehicle
- Durable Brass: 0 .17 mm metal resists handling & paint chipping
- Universal Fit: Tractors, trailers, trucks, buses—one set covers them all
- Beginner Friendly: 22 parts—simple cut, glue, done!
Product Details
| Manufacturer | Microdesign |
|---|---|
| Product Code | MD043016 |
| Intended Subjects | 1/43 Soviet tractors & trailers |
| Scale | 1/43 |
| Material | Brass 0 .17mm (pre‑coloured) |
| Parts Count | 22 Unique Pieces |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
Kit Composition
- One colour photo‑etch board – 11 front plates + 11 rear plates with frames
- Pictorial guide – placement suggestions & era codes
Applications
- Sovkhoz farm dioramas featuring DT‑75 tractors & GAZ trailers
- Highway scenes with ZIL semi‑trailers carrying grain
- Vintage vehicle rallies showing restored Soviet machinery
Historical Background
Throughout the mid‑20th century, the USSR issued distinctive metal license plates for state‑owned tractors, combines and tow trailers. Numbers denoted republics and collective farms, while black lettering on white plates remained standard until the 1980s. Weather‑worn, bent or freshly repainted, these plates are an iconic hallmark of Soviet agricultural life—now replicated in miniature with Microdesign’s finely etched brass.
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 MD043016?
- Metal Realism: etched brass plates outperform decals in depth & sheen
- Ready‑Painted: no fiddly stencil work—just weather and go
- Wide Coverage: fits tractors, trailers, trucks or cars in 1/43
- Historical Accuracy: perfect for Cold‑War agricultural & road scenes
License Your Soviet Fleet Today!
Finish your 1/43 tractors & trailers with authentic plates—order Microdesign MD043016 now!
Shipping Information
Item Location: USA
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