Tamiya 35231 - 1:35 US 6x6 Cargo Truck Accesory Set

Plastic accessory set for the U.S. 2.5-ton 6×6 cargo truck in 1:35 scale

Tamiya 35231 is an accessory set that lets you fill the cargo bed and enrich the model of the U.S. 2.5-ton 6×6 cargo truck. The kit includes supply crates, jerry cans, drums and a tarpaulin, among other things, to recreate a loaded transport vehicle. The set is dedicated to the Tamiya 35218 truck model.

What's in the box:

• Supply crates, jerry cans and drums
• Tarpaulin and small items of gear
• Parts matched to the U.S. 6×6 truck model (Tamiya 35218)
• Illustrated assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Item number: 35231
• Manufacturer: Tamiya
• Type: accessory set

Note: glue, paints and modelling tools are not included. The set is intended for self-assembly and painting.

Building the model:

It is worth cutting the small parts carefully from the sprues and cleaning up the gate marks. The load is best painted separately before placing it in the bed, with the detail emphasised by a wash and pigments imitating dust and streaks.

Tools you'll need:

• Modelling nippers for removing parts from the sprues
• Hobby knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper for cleaning up the edges
• Plastic cement (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement)
• Brushes and modelling paints (acrylic or enamel)
• A wash and pigments for weathering effects (dust, rust, streaks)

About the set – U.S. 6×6 truck accessories:

U.S. 6×6 trucks were the backbone of Allied logistics – carrying supplies, ammunition and equipment. Filling the cargo bed with a realistic load greatly enhances the sense of authenticity of the model. The set complements the Tamiya 35218 truck model with a ready-made load and gear.

About the manufacturer – Tamiya:

Tamiya Corporation is a Japanese model company founded in 1946 in Shizuoka, regarded as the heart of Japan's model-making industry. It launched its first injection-moulded plastic kit in 1960 and soon set a global benchmark for quality thanks to precise tooling and excellent parts fit. The 1:35 Military Miniature series is one of the most highly regarded military model lines in the world. Beyond plastic kits in many scales, the company offers a full range of accessories: paints, glues, tools and brushes. Tamiya operates in dozens of countries and remains one of the most recognisable brands in the hobby.