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Scale: 1/130
Made specifically to enhance the scale model: (ARK), Ships
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1/130 Photo-Etched Set by Microdesign. SKU: MD130003.
Enhance your 1/130 scale Shell Welder tanker model with this dedicated photo-etch detail set. Designed for improved realism, it adds refined ship details that elevate the finished build while keeping assembly approachable for modelers with some experience.
Overview
- Photo-etch detail set for the Shell Welder coastal tanker
- Developed for 1/130 scale ship model kits
- Medium difficulty level suitable for careful, detail-oriented builds
What This Set Is For
This set is intended for modelers building the Shell Welder tanker and looking to upgrade surface and structural details beyond what is provided in the base plastic kit.
Compatibility
- FROG 347P
- FROG F137
- Novo F137
- F137
- Modelcraft 130-001
- Eastern Express 40004
- Chematic/Gomix A022
- UPC 5013-300
- Ark Models 40011
- ZTS Plastyk S-144
Best Use & Build Tips
- Test-fit photo-etch parts before final attachment
- Use fine tweezers and a bending tool for clean folds
- Cyanoacrylate glue is recommended for precise placement
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Microdesign |
| SKU | MD130003 |
| Scale | 1/130 |
| Product type | Photo-etch set |
| Category | Ships |
| Topic | Coastal tanker MT Shell Welder |
| Years | 1955–1991 |
Why Modelers Choose It
- Purpose-made for the Shell Welder tanker
- Adds crisp, scale-appropriate ship details
- Well-suited for enhancing classic 1/130 kits
FAQ
Is this set suitable for beginners?
It is rated as medium difficulty and is best for modelers with some experience handling photo-etch parts.
Does this set include instructions?
Yes, a color instruction sheet is included.


