US M113A1 1:72 Scale Kit Trumpeter 07238  [TP07238]

Trumpeter 07238 US M 113A1 Armored Car
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TP07238
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Compact US M113A1 model by Trumpeter (07238)

This plastic assembly kit recreates the US M113A1 at 1:72 scale, producing a small tracked vehicle intended for tight display spaces and diorama work.

The M113 series originated in the early postwar era as a light, fully tracked armoured personnel carrier widely used by the United States and allied armies. Its aluminium hull and modular construction allowed many variants and prolonged service life. The A1 identifier indicates one of the earlier production upgrades in the series.

According to the supplied information, the model has a modest number of parts and a compact finished footprint. The kit is made up of 47 plastic pieces on six sprues and the completed hull measures roughly 65 mm long and 36 mm wide at 1:72 scale. The data does not note any decal sets or etched metal parts; builders should plan paint and finishing steps. Box dimensions are provided for shelf and storage planning.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1:72
  • Model length: 65 mm
  • Model width: 36 mm
  • Total plastic parts: 47 pieces
  • Total sprues: 6
  • Box size: 25.5 x 16.3 x 4.8 cm

Overall, this kit offers a compact 1:72 rendition of the M113A1 suitable for builders and collectors who favor small-scale tracked vehicles and diorama scenes.

With a total of 47 parts, assembly is relatively straightforward but will require care on small components; suitable for modellers with basic kit-building experience.
The product data does not detail the instruction sheet, but standard Trumpeter kits typically include step-by-step assembly guides; expect similar documentation.
Basic modelling tools such as sprue cutters, hobby knife, fine files, plastic cement and tweezers are recommended to handle small 1:72 components cleanly.
The moderate parts count makes it approachable for newer modellers who are comfortable with small parts; novices should work patiently and use proper tools.
Yes. The compact finished size and modest detail level make it well suited for tabletop dioramas and small vignette displays.

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