Trumpeter 1/35 Russian BTR-70 APC Late version | TRUM01591The BTR 70 is an eight wheeled armored personnel carrier, originally developed during the late 1960s under the industrial designator GAZ 4905. On August 21, 1972, it was accepted into service and would later be exported to the Warsaw Pact and other allies. Introduced as a successor to the earlier BTR 60, it most closely resembles a BTR 60PB. Other improvements include heavier armor plating and tires less prone to puncture. In other respects, the

19 radio set in the turret bustle

IV Early Production fighting compartment authentically reproduced

three of the soldiers are wearing the standard field gray uniform

Peleliu constituted the highest casualty rate of any Pacific War battle

- Metal towing cable

G with the “boxy” gun mantlet that mounted a 75mm StuK40 L/48 main gun

M Late Production authetically produced

BONUS items

it was nonetheless used in Africa

- Idler wheels w/photo-etched parts

- Radio set and seats are included

Upper Hull & Engine Deck: