Eduard XT172 - 1:35 M-1097 A2 Cargo Carrier masks

Eduard XT172 mask set – painting masks for the M-1097 A2 Cargo Carrier model (Italeri) in 1:35 scale

Eduard XT172 is a set of self-adhesive 1:35 masks to make painting the model easier, tailored to the M-1097 A2 Cargo Carrier model from Italeri. The masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper, giving sharp edges without hand masking with tape. The kit is not included.

What's in the box:

• Sheet of self-adhesive masks made of yellow Kabuki masking paper shaped to the model
• Mask placement instructions

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Catalogue number: XT172
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Dedicated kit: M-1097 A2 Cargo Carrier from Italeri
• Accessory type: painting masks
• Material: yellow Kabuki masking paper, machine-cut

Painting masks for the model – faster, more accurate painting

This set contains self-adhesive masks shaped to the model, making it easier to paint selected areas – depending on the set these may be the road wheels, glazing or other details. The masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper, giving sharp, even edges without hand masking with tape.

The masks are applied to the model before spraying and removed once the paint has dried. The set speeds up painting and improves its precision.

About the vehicle – M1097A2 HMMWV (American Humvee tactical vehicle):

The HMMWV (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle), commonly called the Humvee, is an American military four-wheel-drive tactical vehicle produced by AM General from the mid-1980s. It replaced older jeep-class vehicles and the M561, offering a single body in many variants: transport, command, ambulance, weapons carrier and launcher platform. Its distinctive wide, low silhouette and high ground clearance gave it good off-road ability.

The M1097A2 is the heavy-payload variant with a stronger frame and suspension, often used as a carrier for equipment, launchers or special bodies. Vehicles of this family were used extensively in the Gulf War and in Iraq and Afghanistan, where combat experience forced the introduction of field-improvised and factory armour. The Humvee has been exported to dozens of countries, and total production has exceeded a quarter of a million vehicles.

Original specifications (M1097A2 HMMWV (American Humvee tactical vehicle)):

• Length: approx. 4.84 m
• Width: approx. 2.16 m
• Height: approx. 1.83 m
• Curb weight: approx. 3.5 t
• Crew: 2-4
• Payload: approx. 2.3 t
• Drive: 4x4
• Engine: 6.5 l V8 diesel, approx. 160 hp
• Max speed: approx. 113 km/h
• Range: approx. 440 km
• Production: from 1984 (M1097A2 from the 1990s)

About the manufacturer – Eduard:

Eduard is a Czech manufacturer of scale model kits and modelling accessories, established in 1989 and based in Obrnice. Besides plastic kits, the company offers an extensive range of upgrade accessories: photo-etched parts, resin components, decals and painting masks. Eduard masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper and designed either for specific models or as universal marking sheets, making painting easier and shortening finishing work.