Hobby Boss 82483 1/35 PLA ZBD-05 Amphibious IFV Detail Edition  [HB-82483]

Hobby Boss 1/35 PLA ZBD-05 Amphibious IFV - A tough scale modelling subject

The Hobby Boss 1/35 PLA ZBD-05 Amphibious Infantry Fighting Vehicle kit reproduces the distinctive hull and marine fittings of a modern amphibious IFV. Its ability to operate on water and land gives the subject interesting assembly and finishing opportunities for scale hobbyists.

Comparative role and marine deployment

The ZBD-05 is conceptually similar to the U.S. Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle and was developed to be launched from amphibious assault ships. It can operate over 10 kilometres offshore at speeds exceeding 25 km/h, thanks in part to hydraulically actuated bow and transom flaps that reduce hydrodynamic drag by creating a planning surface.

Kit complexity and showpiece potential

This kit models the two-man turret with a 30mm cannon and an AFT-5 ATGM rail launcher instead of the older three-man 105mm gun turret. The full scale subject carries a crew of three plus nine marines, and the more than 840 parts deliver a rewarding build for modellers who want a detailed display model.