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Article number: 500787230 Product: 1:72 MIL MI-8T Soviet Helicopter

Length of the model: 250 mm

The multi-role Mi-8T is a military modification of the Mi-8 transport helicopter and is equipped with MUR free-flight rocket pods for air and surface attack. The Mi-8T can also carry a number of fully equipped troops. The Mi-8T was used throughout the Afghan War.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model MIL MI-8T Soviet Helicopter in Scale 1:72

Article number: 500787229 Product: 1/72 MIG-31 Soviet Interceptor

Length of the model: 315 mm

The MiG-31, based on the earlier MiG-25, was developed during the early 1980s and is widely considered the best long-range interceptor in the world. The MiG-31 has a two-man crew and is primarily designed to engage and destroy cruise missiles.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model MIG-31 Soviet Interceptor in Scale 1:72

Article number: 500787228 Product: 1:72 MIG-27 Soviet Fighter

Length of the model: 240 mm

The MiG-29S (or 9-13S) aircraft entered service with the Russian Air Force in 1994. This upgraded version of the MiG-29 fighter was equipped with the new SUV-29M4 fire control system connected to the Ts101M digital computer, which improved airto-air and air-to-ground capability. The N-019M Topaz radar allows two targets to be engaged by active radar homing missiles simultaneously. The fighter is equipped with the embedded ECM. The MiG-29S is intended mainly for the air defense of small areas, important objects and combat Groups.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model MIG-27 Soviet Fighter in Scale 1:72

Art.Nr. 500787227 Artikelbeschreibung: 1:72 Sukhoi SU-25 "Frogfoot"

Length of the model: 210 mm Parts: 84

This Soviet ground attack aircraft was de-veloped in the 1970s and is still in service in Russia and many other countries.

Kit consists of 3 sprues and clear parts.

Decal for Russian Air Force.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Sukhoi SU-25 Frogfoot in Scale 1:72

Article number: 500787224 Product: 1:72 Kampfheli. Kamov KA-52 Alligator

Length of the model: 210 mm

The Russian combat helicopter Ka-52 "Alligator" is the two-seated version of the Ka-50. It is equipped with advanced electronic and radar devices, which permit operation at any time of the day and under any weather conditions. This chopper is extremly fast and manoeuvrable. Its vital parts are well protected against enemy fire. The Ka-52 can carry any extensive array of weapon system.

Detailed Plastic Kit of model Kamov Ka-52Alligator C.Helicopter in scale 1:72

Article number: 500787218 Product: 1/72 MIG-23 MLD Soviet Fighter

Kit consits of two sprues and clear parts. Decals for one Soviet plane.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model MIG-23 MLD Soviet Fighter in Scale 1:72

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Russ. Attack Helicopter "Hokum" in Scale 1:72

Article number: 500787215 Product: 1:72 Kampfjet Sukhoi SU-47 Berkut

Length of the model: 310 mm

The Su-47 first flew in 1997 and has since grown into a fifth generation Russian fighter. The ‘Berkut’ is equipped with a variety of on-board electronic equipment enabling automatic control of various in-flight and combat functions – including ‘smart’ systems.

Detailed Plastic Kit of model Sukhoi SU-47 Berkut in scale 1:72

Article number: 500787204 Product: 1:72 MIG-3 Soviet Fighter WA

Length of the model: 110 mm

The MiG-3 was a single engine, single seat fighter and was used in the righter, dive-bomber, and reconnaissance roles during World War II.

Detailed Plastic Kit of model MIG-3 Soviet Fighter in scale 1:72

Detailed Plastic Kit of model Lavotchkin LA-5 FN Sov.Figh in scale 1:72

Article number: 500787202 Product: 1/72 MiG-21 PFM Soviet Fighter (WA)

MiG-21PFM is a modification of the best known Soviet jet fighter. The first flight took place in 1964. Designers changed the engine, electronics and armament to make the aircraft multipurpose. The experience of combat employment MiG-21 in Vietnam showed the need in cannons that were reinstalled on the MiG-21PFM. It was there where MiGs fought American F-4 Phantoms and were called Phantom Killers.

- Kit consists of 93 parts - Aircraft stand and pilot figure included - Decals for Soviet Air Force and Vietnam - People`s Air Force.

Detailed plastic model kit

Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.

Article number: 500787029 Product: 1:144 Ilyushin IL-76TD EMERCOM

The Russian "Ministry of Emergency Situations" - EMERCOM - operates the IL-76 as firefighting aircraft. It can carry up to 50.000 liters of water.

Kit consists of 207 parts

Rear cargo door open or closed Wing flaps in 2 positions (flight/landing) Cabin interior Details

Decals for "EMERCOM" plane Wing span: 34,8cm

Version of existing kit

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Boeing 787-9 in Scale 1:144

Article number: 500787016 Product: 1/144 Ekranoplan A-90

Length of the model: 401 mm Parts: 38

Decals for 2 Soviet/Russian planes.

The A-90 Orlyonok is a ground effect vehicle designed in the Design Bereau of Rostislav Alexeev, designer of the famous passenger hydrofoil highspeed ships Raketa, Meteor and others. Orlyonok was intended to air drop forces with a range of 1,500 km range and a speed up to 500 km/h. With a speed like an aircraft, the Ekranoplan has ship-like carrying capacity. The front end of the Orlyonok can open sideways and take on board up to 200 fully equipped marines or two armored vehicles (tanks, APC or IFV). A-90 is not affected by sea mines and other obstructions because it flies several meter above water level or other reatively flat surface and can land on a beach. Three such ground effect units were built, the firs of them entered service with the Soviet Naval Aviation in 1977.

Detailed Plastic Kit of model Boeing 777-300ER in scale 1:144

Article number: 500787011 Product: 1:144 Ilyushin IL-76 MD Heavy Transporte

Length 324 mm Wingspan 350 mm

New tooling

Decals for 3 Russian planes

Ultimate kit quality with - Rear cargo door open or closed - Wing flaps in 2 positions (flight/landing) - Some cabin and cargo bay interior details

The IL-76MD military transport aircraft was developed on the basis of the IL-76M and designed for air drop or transportation of personnel (including injured people), military equipment (including medium tanks), delivery of time cargo (up to 48 tons) over a range of 3,800 km. The IL-76MD first flew on March 6, 1981 and entered service in June of 1984. The aircraft can be operated from the airfields with either concrete or unpaved runways. IL-76MD carried out missions in Afghanistan, where it repeatedly confirmed its high flight performance and reliability in combat situations.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Ilyushin IL-76 MD Heavy Transporte Plane in Scale 1:144

Boeing 767-300 1:144

Tupolev Tu-154 1:144

"Ultimative Kit" series Decal for 3 Aeroflot planes

Article number: 500787002 Product: 1:144 TU-160 Rus.Supers.Bomber BlackJack

Length of the model 370 mm

Strategic bomber Tu-160 can strike any object on Earth with nuclear and conventional weapon. The first flight of Tu-160, an aircraft with complete set of equipment for series bomber, took place October 6, 1984. The variable sweep wing makes Tu-160 capable of flying both at low altitudes in the regime of movement along the landscape and at high altitudes (also with supersonic speed). Special features of aerodynamic layout together with realization of a range of technical solutions significantly decrease the radar distinctness of the bomber. Tu-160 is the largest series combat aircraft in the world. The Russian Air Forces have 14 machines.

Detailed Plastic Kit of model U-160 Rus.Sup.Bomber BlackJack in scale 1:144

Article number: 500787001 Product: 1/144 Passenger Aircraft ILYUSHIN IL-86

Length of the model: 418 mm Parts: 74

The IL-86 was the first widebody civilian airliner made in Russia. This kit includes decals for Aeroflot Airlines - New tooling!

The Ilyushin Il-86 is the first and most important Russian wide-body passenger aircraft in serial production. The Ilyushin design office started developing the Il-86 in the beginning of the 70s. The first flight of a prototype aircraft took place at the end of 1976. The Il-86 has been in use by the Russian National airline "Aeroflot" since the 80s. In total 103 IL-86 were built, of which most are still in service with various Russian airlines.

IL-86 1:144

Kit consists of : 3 figures with 3 horses in 3 different poses No glue required New tooling

Napoleon in his memoirs indicated that two Mamluk solders could successfully hold three French cavalrymen. Riding skill, better weapons and superior horses allowed them to take the upper hand in duels. However, victory in skirmishes of large masses of cavalry would be achieved by the army which possesses the discipline, the ability to concerted actions, and the officers capable of using these benefits.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model French Dragoon Command Group in Scale 1:72

Article number: 500786816 Product: 1/72 French Infantry Command Group Napoleonic Wars

Kit consists of: 4 figures and 1 figure with horse in different poses.

No glue required. New tooling.

The youth of most Napoleon’s army officers fell on the French Revolution. Therefore, they saw a campaign in Russia as some kind of crusade. They had to "put an end to that proud and haughty influence which Russia has for fifty years exercised in the affairs of Europe» (Napoleon’s proclamation June 22, 1812).

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model M-3 Lee in Scale 1:72

Article number: 500786815 Product: 1/72 Russian Infantry Command Group

Kit consists of: 4 figures and 1 figure with horse in different poses.

New tooling No glue required

I was myself a witness to many staff and sub-officers who after receiving a couple of wounds dressed them, and returned to the battle as it was the feast» - wrote Nicolay Raevsky in his report. Russian army officers, who often didn’t have a Russian origin (Barclay de Tolly and Bagration would be the most striking examples), fought for Russia with such passion and courage that were admired even by their enemies.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Russian Inf.Comm.Group in Scale 1:72

Parts: 14

Kit includes: 3 horses with 3 riders in 3 different poses

No glue required New tooling

Though in Russia Dragoon regiments were initially called the «foreign formation forces», they were worthy successors of Russian military tradition. Since Peter I Russian Army dragoons were notable for their skill and valor. No wonder that one of the two cavalry regiments the first awarded the St. George standards, was the Chernigov Dragoon Regiment.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Russian Dragoons in Scale 1:72

Parts: 28

Kit includes: 1 gun, 6 soldiers in different poses

No glue required New tooling

In Russia guns were always loved. Russian gunsmiths adopted all the new developments in gunnery as soon as they appeared and brought them to perfection. All the rulers (those who understood the importance of the army for the country) spared no effort and resources to improve the artillery. Therefore, by the Patriotic War of 1812 Russian artillery was not technically inferior even to the French one.

ZVEZDA ist der größte russische Hersteller von hochwertigen und preisattraktiven Plastik-Modellbausätzen. Seit über 20 Jahren gibt es ein breites Spektrum an vorbildgetreuen Bausätzen in den Maßstäben 1:35 bis 1:350. Der Schwerpunkt liegt im Maßstab 1:72 sowie Modellen des 2. Weltkriegs. Boden-, Luft- und Wasserfahrzeuge, Figuren und Festungen, historisch und aktuell, ZVEZDA hat Bausätze für alle Modellbauer. Jeder einzelne Bausatz zeichnet sich durch feine Details aus.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Russian Foot Artillery in Scale 1:72

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model French line Infantry in scale 1:72 Features: These are the first kits of a new series of historic 1/72 scale Minikit figures. Kit includes 6 figures with 4 poses No glue required Final picture will follow New tooling

Article number: 500786514 Product: 1/350 Pirate Ship Black Swan

New tooling No glue required

Kit consists of 4 sprues with different plastic color.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Black Swan in Scale 1:350

Box contains 4 sprues

Model length: 90 mm Parts: 38

2 versions: waterline or full hull

Decals included

Parts are molded in different plastic colors

Can be assembled without glue

New tooling

The tree masted Santa Maria was the flagship of the Christopher Columbus s expedition to America in 1492. The Santa Maria, originally named La Gallega (The Gallician), was built in Galicia in 1460. The ship was not fast, but reliable and capable of enduring heavy storms.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Santa Maria in Scale 1:350

Article number: 500786509 Product: 1/350 Golden Hind

Length of the model: 104 mm Parts: 65

No glue required.

New tooling

The "Golden Hind" was Sir Francis Drakes flagship at his circumnavigation of the globe in 1577-1580.

Box contains 4 sprues Model length: 10,4cm Can be assembled without glue 2 versions: waterline or full hull Decals included Parts are molded in different plastic colors

The small galleon had been built at a shipyard at Aldeburgh, then rigged and gunned up at the Plymouth harbor. She was originally known as Pelican. The glorious history of the ship began on 13 December 1577, when under the command of Sir Francis Drake she set sail from Plymouth, leading the expedition of five ships in pursuit of adventures.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Englishe Galeone "Golden Hind" in scale 1:350 Features: The "Golden Hind" was Sir Francis Drakes flagship at his circumnavigation of the globe in 1577-1580. Box contains 5 sprues Model length: 10,4cm Can be assembled without glue 2 versions: waterline or full hull Decals included Parts are molded in different plastic colors New tooling

Article number: 500786416 Product: 1/72 Mounted Samurai Archers

Parts: 29

Kit contains 2 figures and 2 horses in different poses.

New tooling! No glue required!

The yumi, an asymmetric Japanese bow, is well-suited for shooting from horseback irrespective of its length. The skill of archery is as important as the skill of sword or naginata fighting. A mounted archer may change position more quickly than one who is not mounted. At the same time, he gets less tired and, after using all of his arrows, may quickly attack fighting hand-to-hand.

Article number: 500786406 Product: 1/72 Hist.Jap.Figure-Set Nindja

Parts: 30

Kit contains 5 figures with 5 poses.

New tooling! No glue required!

Ninja clans stood outside the feudal structure of medieval Japan. They were ready to provide their warriors to anyone who were able to pay for their service. Ninja was no match to a samurai in an open battle, but they didn´t seek for it. Reconnaissance, espionage, assassination – that´s the typical way how ninja fought.

Article number: 500786265 Product: 1/100 US Light Tank M3A1 "Stuart"

Kit consists of one tank.

No glue required. New tooling

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Stuart US-Tank in Scale 1:100

Article number: 500786264 Product: 1/100 US Medium Tank M3 "Lee"

Kit consists of one tank.

No glue required. New tooling.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model M-3 Lee in Scale 1:100

Article number: 500786263 Product: 1/100 US-Medium Tank M-4A2 Sherman

Kit consists of one tank.

No glue required. New tooling.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model US-Medium Tank M-4A2 Sherman in Scale 1:100

This is a new wargame featuring the famous Battle of Stalingrad between Soviet and German Armies in 1942/43. Rules in English.

Contents: 30 Infantry miniatures 2 Tank model 2 Anti-tank gun models 6 Smoke markers 2 Fire markers 3 Gameboards Set of Fortifications 10 d6 dice Rulebook 2 Reference sheets Campaign book

Contents: 30 Infantry miniatures 2 Tank model 2 Anti-tank gun models 6 Smoke markers 2 Fire markers 3 Gameboards Set of Fortifications 10 d6 dice Rulebook 2 Reference sheets Campaign book

Art.Nr.: 500786257 Art.bezeichnung: 1/72 German Anti Tank Gun PAK-30 with Crew

Kit consists of one gun with 3 servants

No glue required New tooling

By the 1941 it became clear that Pz.Kpfw. IV's gun was inefficient against well-armoured tanks. A modification of the tank with more powerful gun was being developed since the beginning of 1941. The requirements for the tank's gun were changed several times. The final version was a 75-mm gun based on the Pak 40 anti-tank gun. The new modification of the tank was named Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf.F2. Its mass production began in March of 1942.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Pak - 40 in Scale 1:72

Detailed Plastic Kit of model Tiger I - German Heavy Tank in scale 1:100

Article number: 500786255 Product: 1/144 La - 5 Soviet Fighter

New tooling No glue required

Kit includes one plane with decals

Another addition to our collection of miniature aircraft - the model of famous Soviet fighter La-5 in 1:144 scale. The model is historically accurate and, as usual, easy to assemble (and no glue is required). You can also use this model to represent an aviation unit in Art of Tactic game. During 1941 Soviet command came to conclusion that their principle fighter - LaGG-3 - was no match for German fighters. Several Soviet design bureaus were ordered to make a better plane. By the spring of 1942 the plane designed by Lavotchkin's design bureau was ready. During the following months the plane was tested and its serial production was launched. In July of 1942 the first planes of these type, called 'La-5', arrived to the frontlines. La-5 was praised by Soviet pilots. Several Soviet aces piloted these fighters, including Ivan Kozhedub and Aleksei Maresiev.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model La - 5 Soviet Fighter in Scale 1:144

Article number: 500786253 Product: 1/72 Zis - 3 Soviet Gun

Kit consists of one gun with 3 servants.

No glue required New tooling

Soviet 76-mm anti-tank gun ZiS-3 was developed during 1941. In February of 1942 it was officially adopted for Red army service. Mass production of this gun began in the same year. ZiS-3 was capable of piercing armour of a majority of German light and medium tanks. The gun was also noted for its reliability and durability. ZiS-3 guns were also easy in manufacturing, and vast numbers of these guns could be produced in short amount of time. In fact, the total amount of ZiS-3 guns produced during World War II is slightly less than 50000.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Zis - 3 Soviet Gun in Scale 1:72

Art.Nr.: 500786251 Art.bezeichnung: 1:100 Panzer IV Ausf. H

Kit consists of one tank with 9 parts

No glue required New tooling

Development of Pak 40 gun started in 1938, however, since the gun didn't fit the "blitzkrieg" concept, it went on rather slowly. The gun was finally adopted for army service in the end of 1941, when both failure of "blitzkrieg" and incapability of smaller German guns to damage soviet tanks T-34 and KV became evident. Pak 40 gun had a greater firepower than its Soviet counterpart, the ZiS-3 gun, but it was far less mobile and more expensive to produce.

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Panzer IV long gun in Scale 1:100

Article number: 500786243 Product: 1:100 Sd.Kfz251/1 Ausf.B "Stuka zu Fuss"

The famous German WWII Rocket Launcher based on Sd.Kfz. 251/1

- No glue required - Number of parts: 33 - Model size: 6,0 cm

New tooling

Detailed plastic model kit

Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.

Article number: 500786240 Product: 1:100 Panzer IV Ausf.H German tank WWII

Over 3.000 units of this famous German tank fought in WWII.

No glue required

Kit consists of 10 parts

Partially new tooling

Article number: 500786239 Product: 1:100 SU-76M Sov.Self Propelled Gun WWII

Over 14.000 units of this self propelled gun were in service during and after WWII.

No glue required No.of parts: 27 Model size: 5,0 cm

New tooling

Article number: 500786232 Product: 1:72 German HQ Winter

No glue required New tooling

Kit consists of 4 figures.

Detailed Plastic Kit of model German HQ Winter in scale 1:72

Article number: 500786228 Product: 1/72 British Medical Team WWII

Kit consists of 4 figures with 4 poses.

No glue required. New tooling.

Article number: 500786213 Product: 1:100 "Maus" German WWII SuperHeavyTank

Model length 102 mm

No glue required Kit consists of 18 parts New tooling

Detailed Plastic Kit of model "Maus" German WWII Super Heavy Tank in scale 1:100

Article number: 500786211 Product: 1/100 Self-propelled Gun SU-100

Kit consists of one tank No glue required New tooling

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Self-propelled Gun SU-100 in Scale 1:100

Article number: 500786208 Product: 1/72 Soviet 82-mm Mortar w/Crew (Winter)

No glue required New tooling

Kit contains 4 figures with 4 poses and one mortar.

Soviet 82-mm batallion mortar BM-37 was both quite effective and relatively light – its weight (61 kg) allowed it to be transported by four men crew. For transportation the mortar was dissembled in three parts: barrel, tripod and base plate. The crew also carried a supply of mines. Experienced crew could make up to 25 shots in a minute. The range of the mortar was 3040 meters, while fragments of mine could damage enemy troops in a radius of 60 meters. The mortar could be loaded not only with standard mines, but also with captured enemy mines (for 81-mm mortar).

Article number: 500786206 Product: 1:100 Sd.Kfz.186 "Jagdtiger"

New tooling No glue required.

Kit consists of 23 parts

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Sd.Kfz.186 "Jagdtiger" German Heavy Tank Destroyer in Scale 1:350

Detailed Plastic Kit of model Sturmtiger Heavy Assault Gun in scale 1:100

Article number: 500786204 Product: 1/100 Sd.Kfz.182 King Tiger Henschel

Kit consists of 28 parts

No glue required

New tooling

Detailed Plastic Kit of model Sd.Kfz.182 King Tiger Henschel in scale 1:100

Detailed Plastic Kit of model IS-2 Heavy Soviet Tank WWII in scale 1:100

Detailed Plastic Kit of model Panther Ausf.A German Tank WWII in scale 1:100

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Sd.Kfz.184 Ferdinand Heavy Tank Destroyer in Scale 1:100

Article number: 500786194 Product: 1:100 Deutsche Heckenschützen

New tooling No glue required

This tank was an important weapon after WWII in the Soviet Union.

Detaillierter Plastikmodellbausatz des Modells Soviet Heavy Tank IS-3 im Maßstab 1:100

Detailed Plastic Kit of model KV-1/w F-32 Gun in scale 1:100

Art.Nr.: 500786188 Art.bezeichnung: 1/72 German Luftwaffe Ground Crew WWII

Kit consists of 5 figures with equipment and bomb

No glue required

New tooling

Kit consists of 5 figures with equip-ment and bomb No glue required New tooling

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Soviet airforce ground crew in Scale 1:72

Detailed Plastic Kit of model Sd.Kfz.173 Jagdpanther in scale 1:100

Detailed Plastic Kit of Model Self-propelled Gun SU-152 in Scale 1:100

Article number: 500786180 Product: 1/72 German Elite Troops 1939-43

Kit contains 4 figures.

No glue required. New tooling.

In German army, as in any other army, existed regiments and even troops considered "elite". They could either achieve this status by outstanding military service, or from the very beginning be made up from exceptional recruits. Sometimes troops could also become elite because they were provided with an extensive training.

Article number: 500786179 Product: 1/72 Soviet Regular Infantry 1941-42

Content: 5 figures with 4 poses.

No glue required! New tooling!

Infantry is the most ancient troop type. Yet even in the era when warfare is dominated by planes, tanks and heavy artillery infantry remains a necessary element in any army. In 1941, Soviet infantry entered World War II being inexperienced and sometimes ill-equipped, which led to several humiliating defeats. However, Soviet soldiers were fast to learn and eventually proved to be more than a match for their adversaries.

Article number: 500786175 Product: 1:100 Britischer Truck "Matador"

Length of the model 61 mm 21 parts

Matador was designed for British army in the end of 1930's. It was rather heavy, but its carrying capacity allowed to transport heavy guns and loads of supplies. The total number of Matadors built for the British army during the war was about 9000.

Article number: 500786173 Product: 1/144 British Fighter "Hurricane Mk-1"

Length of the model 65mm

1/144 Scale Model Kit also suitable for use with the Art of Tactic

This kit includes one plastic model British fighter plane from World War II, with British symbol decals.

Model supplied unpainted. Assembly required. This "snap fit" model can be assembled without glue.

Includes unit flag and unit card for use with the Art of Tactic WWII game.

Historical Notes The Hawker Hurricane was the main British interceptor at the beginning of World War II. Over 14,000 of these planes would be built by the end of the war, and they would serve the Empire in every major theater. The Hurricane was a versatile fighter, serving as bomber escorts during the Battle of France and defending England during the Battle of Britain. Later in the war, the Hurricane was superseded by other designs (most notably the famous Spitfire), though it continued to see use as a ground attack fighter-bomber. Production of the Hawker Hurricane ceased in 1944.

The Hurricane Mk-I was the first production model of the airplane. It had fabric-covered wings and body, sported eight .303 machine-guns, and was powered by the famous Rolls-Royce Merlin engine. The sturdy and reliable plane had a maximum speed of about 330 mph (550 km/h) and a range of 480 miles (772 km).

Article number: 500786169 Product: 1/72 British QF 2-pdr Anti Tank Gun,crew

This kit includes one plastic model British artillery piece with two soldier crewmen.

Model supplied unpainted. Assembly required. This "snap fit" model can be assembled without glue. Includes unit flag and unit card for use with the Art of Tactic WWII game.

Historical Notes

Commonly known simply as the "2 pounder gun", this 40mm cannon was originally designed to serve as the tank gun for the Vickers Cruiser Tank Mk. I. For economic and standardization reasons, the British government decided to use it as the standard anti-tank gun as well. Thus, in 1936, the "Ordnance QF 2 pounder Mark IX on Carriage Mark II" was born. The gun carriage, designed by Woolwich Arsenal, could be used to tow the gun or converted into a firing platform with 360 degree traverse by removing the wheels.

The 2 pounder gun was more powerful than other anti-tank guns of the time (which were typically 20mm to 37mm). But, this added power came at the price of a much greater weight and a high profile that made it easier for the enemy to locate and target the gun. As tank armor improved over the course of the war, however, it quickly became clear that the 2 pounder was not strong enough, and after 1941 it was gradually replaced by more powerful 6 pounder guns. The 2 pounder was never issued high explosive ammunition, which further reduced its effectiveness against unarmored targets.

Article number: 500786168 Product: 1/72 British Mortar w/crew 1939-42

This kit includes one plastic model British mortar from World War II with four soldier crewmen.

Models supplied unpainted. Assembly required. Models can be assembled individually, or combined onto the large unit base. This "snap fit" model can be assembled without glue.

Includes unit flag and unit card for use with the Art of Tactic WWII game.

Historical Notes The standard mortar used by the British army during World War II was the Ordnance ML 3-inch mortar, sometimes called the "Mark II". Based on the lessons of World War I, the British military wanted to attach some form of light artillery to its infantry units. When this proved too expensive, a portable and reliable mortar was adopted instead. The design was improved many times over the course of the war, and this weapon would continue to see use into the 1960s.

Even though it was called a "3-inch mortar", this weapon actually had a 3.2 inch caliber (or 81.5mm). It was a conventional-style mortar: muzzle-loaded with shells that were fired by dropping them into the firing tube. Early war models of the 3-inch mortar had an effective range of about 1600 yards. Later designs would expand this range to nearly 2800 yards.