Trumpeter 1/35 01557 JGSDF Type 96 WAPC Type A

Details of Trumpeter 01557 1/35 JGSDF Type 96 WAPC Type A

Basic Specifications

• Brand: Trumpeter
• Item No.: 01557
• Scale: 1/35
• Subject: Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Type 96 8x8 Wheeled Armored Personnel Carrier Type A
• Material: Plastic
• Finished Size: Approx 199.8mm ×80.62mm

Kit Contents

• Total around 381 plastic parts
• Photo-etched detail parts included
• Metal chain accessories included
• 8 rubber tires with realistic tread pattern
• Decals & assembly instruction manual
• Unpainted and unassembled kit, paint and glue not included

Product Features

• Accurately reproduced JGSDF Type 96 WAPC Type A 8×8 wheeled armored vehicle
• Multi-directional slide moulded upper and lower hull with fine surface texture
• Crew entry door can be built in open or closed position
• Faithfully modelled weapon cupola with heavy machine gun mount
• Detailed troop compartment, side vision ports and four large roof hatches
• Realistic 8-wheel suspension assembly and rubber tires
• Fine reproduced rear ramp door, external stowage fittings and antenna details

Historical Background

• The Type 96 WAPC is an 8×8 wheeled armored personnel carrier adopted by Japan Ground Self-Defense Force in 1996.
• It was designed for rapid troop transportation, capable of carrying 2 crew members plus 8 fully equipped infantry soldiers.
• The Type A variant features the basic open weapon cupola configuration for 12.7mm heavy machine gun.
• It has served widely in domestic defense missions, disaster relief and peacekeeping operations for decades.