1:72 KAMAZ-43509 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Zvezda)

KAMAZ-43509 1:72, a color 3D printed interior on decal paper

An accessory from Quinta Studio for a model of the KAMAZ-43509 truck in 1:72 scale. It is not a kit of the vehicle but a set of color cab elements which, according to the name, are printed three-dimensionally and carried on decal paper. In 1:72 scale painting the instrument panel and the seats by hand is especially thankless, so the set shortens that work drastically. The decals are shaped for the parts of the Zvezda kit.

The real subject

The KAMAZ-43509 is a short truck with four-wheel drive built by the Russian manufacturer KAMAZ. The cab sits above the engine and tilts, which is a common arrangement on heavy trucks for access to the powerplant. The chassis, with its short wheelbase and generous ground clearance, is built for driving off made-up roads. In modeling terms the type is best known in the form of a racing special for long-distance events, where the vehicles of this manufacturer have long been at the front.

Usage tips

• First paint the cab in the base tone and let it dry thoroughly.
• In 1:72 scale, work under a magnifier and with sharp tweezers.
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions and start with the largest areas.
• Do not use decal softener or setting solution; the chemicals would damage the print.
• Finish the interior before you close up the cab and fit the glazing.

Who the set is for

For modelers building trucks in 1:72 scale who want a thoroughly worked cab even where it is only visible through the windows. It also comes into its own on dioramas where the vehicle is shown with the doors open or the cab tilted.