Trumpeter 00505 AR-15/M16/M4 Family XM117 1:35 Scale Model Kit  [TP00505]

Trumpeter 1:35 AR-15/M16/M4 Family XM117 Model

The Trumpeter 1:35 AR-15/M16/M4 Family XM117 kit gives hobbyists a focused build that captures the look of this well known service rifle family. The set is aimed at military modelers who want an accurate miniature for shelf display or integration into a compact diorama. It balances fine detail with a straightforward parts count for a rewarding assembly.

Detail and Scale Accuracy

This injection molded kit includes 38 plastic components plus a single photo-etched part to sharpen small features. The compact 25.55mm length maintains correct proportions for 1:35 scale, and the plastic parts are engineered to present realistic surface detail without metal or resin additions.

Build Tips and Considerations

Recommended for builders with some previous experience, careful handling of the photo-etched piece and precise trimming of sprue gates will improve the final fit. The three sprues supply all main elements and make it easy to sort stages of assembly during the build process.

Presentation and Collection Use

Finished, the XM117 model works well as a display piece in military collections or as part of a vehicle or infantry vignette. Its true-to-scale dimensions and crisp details make it a compact but credible example of the AR-15/M16/M4 family for display cabinets or diorama shelves.