{"product_id":"russian-pt-76-amphibious-tank-mod-1951-1-35-model-kit-by-trumpeter","title":"Russian PT-76 Amphibious Tank (mod. 1951) 1:35 Model Kit by Trumpeter","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:35 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAccurately represents the Soviet \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePT-76 Amphibious Tank Model 1951\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one of the first purpose-built amphibious light tanks developed by the Soviet Union\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDetailed representation of the early production PT-76 fitted with the distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76.2mm D-56T main gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccurately reproduced turret with detailed gun mantlet, commander’s cupola, and turret fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed amphibious hull featuring realistic armour plates, weld lines, and surface textures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes detailed water propulsion system components for the vehicle’s amphibious capability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccurately reproduced suspension system with detailed road wheels, drive sprockets, and idler wheels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed running gear and track assemblies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes realistic external fittings, tow cables, tools, and vehicle equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures fine surface detailing created using advanced moulding techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes photo-etched parts for enhanced scale realism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes copper wire and twine for additional vehicle details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubber tracks included for ease of assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaterslide decal sheet featuring authentic Soviet and Warsaw Pact markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for Cold War Soviet armour collections, reconnaissance vehicle displays, or Vietnam War diorama projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Trumpeter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1:35\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soviet PT-76 Amphibious Tank Model 1951\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for intermediate modellers\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint \u0026amp; Glue Required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes (sold separately)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 00379\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Amphibious Light Tank \/ Reconnaissance Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrew:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain Armament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76.2mm D-56T rifled gun\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrack Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rubber tracks included\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoto-Etched Parts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Included\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 176 parts\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 215.7mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 90.2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 78mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic sprues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed upper and lower hull components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePT-76 turret assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76.2mm D-56T gun components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuspension and running gear parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubber track sections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmphibious propulsion components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExternal tools and vehicle equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoto-etched detail parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopper wire and twine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaterslide decal sheet with Soviet and Warsaw Pact markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePT-76 Amphibious Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, officially designated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFloating Tank-76\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, was a Soviet light amphibious tank developed during the early years of the Cold War. Designed to provide reconnaissance and fire support capabilities for Soviet armoured formations, the PT-76 combined mobility on land with the unique ability to cross rivers and other water obstacles without specialist bridging equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevelopment of the PT-76 began in the late 1940s as the Soviet Army sought a modern replacement for earlier reconnaissance tanks and amphibious vehicles. The design was intended to support armoured units by providing battlefield reconnaissance, infantry support, and the ability to operate in areas where water obstacles would restrict conventional armoured vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first production vehicles entered service with the Soviet Army in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1951\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving the PT-76 its early production designation. The vehicle was built around a lightweight, fully welded hull that provided natural buoyancy, allowing it to swim using water jets mounted at the rear of the vehicle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe PT-76 was armed with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76.2mm D-56T rifled gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, mounted in a small two-man turret. While the weapon was relatively light compared with those fitted to contemporary medium tanks, it provided sufficient firepower for reconnaissance missions and engagement of lightly armoured targets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the PT-76’s greatest advantages was its amphibious capability. The vehicle could enter water directly from the shore and propel itself using water jets, allowing Soviet forces to cross rivers and lakes rapidly during offensive operations. This capability was especially valuable in regions with extensive waterways and difficult terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered by a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eV-6 diesel engine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the PT-76 was lightweight and highly mobile. Its low ground pressure allowed it to operate effectively in muddy terrain, marshlands, and areas where heavier tanks would struggle. This made it particularly useful for reconnaissance and infantry support missions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe PT-76 became a standard reconnaissance vehicle within Soviet and Warsaw Pact forces and was widely exported to allied nations. It saw service with numerous countries across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, including significant combat use during the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVietnam War\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where its amphibious ability and mobility proved valuable in difficult terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the Vietnam War, North Vietnamese forces used PT-76 tanks in several engagements, including the famous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBattle of Lang Vei in 1968\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where they supported attacks against fortified positions. The vehicle’s ability to move through rivers, swamps, and jungle environments made it well suited to the conditions of Southeast Asia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough lightly armoured compared with main battle tanks, the PT-76’s strengths were its speed, versatility, and ability to perform missions beyond the capability of many conventional armoured vehicles. Later versions introduced improvements such as better fire-control equipment and NBC protection, but the original Model 1951 remains an important early Cold War armoured vehicle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThousands of PT-76 tanks were produced, and many remained in service for decades due to their reliability and unique amphibious design. Its distinctive appearance, unusual operational role, and widespread use make it a popular subject among military modellers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor modellers, the PT-76 Model 1951 offers an excellent Cold War-era subject with its unique hull shape, amphibious equipment, and historical connection to conflicts across the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soviet Union\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevelopment Period:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Late 1940s – Early 1950s\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntered Service:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1951\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRole:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Amphibious Light Tank \/ Reconnaissance Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kirov Factory, Leningrad\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrew:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e V-6 diesel engine\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Armament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76.2mm D-56T rifled gun\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecondary Armament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.62mm SGMT machine gun\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Speed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 44 km\/h (27 mph) on land\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Swimming Speed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 10 km\/h (6 mph)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRange:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 370 km\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an unassembled plastic model kit. Paint, glue, and modelling tools are not included. Recommended for ages 14 and over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60093951148366,"sku":"TRU00379","price":33.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/TRU00379.jpg?v=1784868603","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/russian-pt-76-amphibious-tank-mod-1951-1-35-model-kit-by-trumpeter","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}