{"product_id":"russian-t-34-6-model-1941-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"Russian T-34\/ 76 Model 1941 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of the most influential tanks of the Second World War with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya Russian T-34\/76 Model 1941 1:48 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the early-war T-34\/76, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic surface detailing and authentic Soviet Army markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for WWII armour enthusiasts, military vehicle collectors and diorama builders looking to recreate the battles of the Eastern Front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle: T-34\/76 Model 1941\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed hull, turret and suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Soviet Army decal options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\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 model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\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\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eT-34\/76 Model 1941\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was one of the most significant armoured fighting vehicles of the Second World War and played a decisive role in the Soviet Union's defence against the German invasion. Developed during the late 1930s under the direction of Mikhail Koshkin, the T-34 entered service in 1940 and quickly demonstrated a combination of firepower, mobility and protection that surpassed many contemporary tank designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Model 1941 variant was armed with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e76.2mm F-34 gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, capable of defeating most German tanks encountered during the early years of the war. Combined with its wide tracks, powerful diesel engine and well-sloped armour, the T-34 could traverse difficult terrain while offering excellent protection against enemy anti-tank weapons. Its innovative sloped armour design significantly increased effective armour thickness without adding excessive weight, influencing tank development around the world for decades to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperation Barbarossa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e began in June 1941, German forces were surprised by the T-34's effectiveness. The tank's armour proved difficult for many German anti-tank guns to penetrate, while its mobility allowed Soviet crews to operate effectively in the harsh conditions of the Eastern Front. Although early production vehicles suffered from mechanical issues and limited crew visibility, continuous improvements ensured the T-34 remained an increasingly formidable battlefield weapon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore than \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80,000 T-34s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of all variants were produced during the war, making it one of the most-produced tanks in history. 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Its combination of simplicity, reliability and battlefield effectiveness helped shape the outcome of the Second World War and influenced armoured vehicle design for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60214888825166,"sku":"32515","price":25.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/32515_1.jpg?v=1784986588","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/russian-t-34-6-model-1941-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}