Name: Israel Ti-67 105mm Gun 1:35 Model Kit by Trumpeter
Brand: SCH Models
SKU: TRU00339
Price: 21.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

Israel Ti-67 105mm Gun 1:35 Model Kit by Trumpeter

£21.99

Model Features

1:35 scale plastic model kit
Accurately represents the Israeli Ti-67 105mm Gun Tank, also known as the Tiran 5, a modified Soviet T-54/T-55 tank captured and upgraded by the Israel Defense Forces
Detailed representation of the Israeli modifications including the 105mm L7-derived main gun system
Accurately reproduced turret with IDF-specific fittings and external equipment
Detailed hull featuring realistic armour plates, weld lines, surface textures, and Israeli modifications
Includes detailed suspension system with accurately reproduced road wheels, drive sprockets, and idler wheels
Detailed running gear with realistic track components
Includes external stowage boxes, fuel tanks, tools, and vehicle fittings
Detailed commander’s cupola and machine gun mounts
Accurately reproduced Israeli-style equipment and battlefield accessories
Includes vinyl tracks for ease of assembly
Waterslide decal sheet featuring authentic Israeli Defence Forces markings
Precision-moulded plastic parts for a detailed Cold War-era armoured vehicle build
Ideal for Middle Eastern conflict collections, Six-Day War displays, Yom Kippur War dioramas, or modern Israeli armour collections.

Specifications

Brand: Trumpeter
Scale: 1:35
Subject: Israeli Ti-67 105mm Gun Tank (Tiran 5)
Material: Injection-moulded plastic
Skill Level: Suitable for intermediate modellers
Paint & Glue Required: Yes (sold separately)
Recommended Age: 14+
Kit Number: 00339
Parts: 150+ parts
Track Type: Vinyl tracks included
Decal Options: Israeli Defence Forces markings
Model Type: Main Battle Tank / Modified T-55 Variant

What's in the Box

Plastic sprues
Detailed upper and lower hull components
Israeli Ti-67 turret assembly
105mm main gun components
Suspension and running gear parts
Vinyl track sections
External fuel tanks and vehicle equipment
Machine gun mounts and accessories
Waterslide decal sheet with IDF markings
Illustrated assembly instructions

History of the Original Vehicle

The Israeli Ti-67 105mm Gun Tank, commonly referred to as the Tiran 5, was an Israeli modification of captured Soviet T-54 and T-55 medium tanks. Developed after the Six-Day War of 1967, these vehicles provided the Israel Defense Forces with additional armoured strength while also offering the opportunity to adapt captured enemy equipment to Israeli operational requirements.

During the Six-Day War, Israel captured large numbers of Arab-operated Soviet-built tanks, including T-54 and T-55 variants. Many of these vehicles were in usable condition and were taken into Israeli service rather than being discarded. The IDF designated these captured tanks as part of the Tiran family, with the Ti-67 referring to vehicles captured in 1967 and subsequently modified.

The most significant upgrade was the replacement of the original Soviet 100mm D-10 gun with the British-designed 105mm L7 gun, a weapon already used by Israeli Centurion and M48/M60 tanks. This provided a major increase in anti-armour capability and allowed the Ti-67 to engage modern enemy tanks more effectively.

Israeli modifications also included improved communications equipment, updated machine gun arrangements, revised stowage solutions, and other changes to suit IDF tactics and crew preferences. These upgrades transformed the Soviet-designed vehicle into a more capable and reliable battlefield tank.

The Ti-67 retained many characteristics of the original T-55 design, including its low silhouette, strong mechanical reliability, and excellent mobility. Powered by the Soviet V-55 diesel engine, it remained a highly practical vehicle for desert warfare and the demanding conditions of the Middle East.

The Tiran family saw combat service during the War of Attrition, the Yom Kippur War of 1973, and later Israeli operations. During the Yom Kippur War, these modified tanks were used alongside Israeli-designed vehicles and contributed valuable additional armoured capability during intense battles against Egyptian and Syrian forces.

The success of the Ti-67 demonstrated Israel’s ability to adapt captured enemy equipment and integrate it into existing military doctrine. Rather than simply using the captured tanks in their original form, Israeli engineers significantly improved their effectiveness through careful modernisation.

Although eventually replaced by more advanced Israeli vehicles such as the Merkava series, the Ti-67 remained an important part of Israel’s armoured history. It represents a fascinating combination of Soviet tank design and Israeli engineering innovation.

Today, the Ti-67 is a popular subject among military modellers due to its unusual appearance, Cold War significance, and connection to some of the most important armoured conflicts of the Middle East.