Tamiya 35149 - 1/35 Russian T-34/76 ChTZ 1943 WWII  [35149]

In regards to the Russian T34/76 ChTZ

Through the very early amount of the next World War, the Wehrmacht intrusion into industrialized Russia threatened the supply of critical war materials and manufacturing flowers. Russia's nationwide Defense Committee made the decision to go tank manufacturing and associated factories. The place became known as "Tankograd" (Tank City) a nickname obtained because of this site situated deep in Urals. The Russians, with an urgent requirement to bolster their tank strength, made efforts to simplify tank production methods. This led to many variations of the T34 tank, that differed greatly from each other. One of the more distinctive versions ended up being produced at Chelyabinsk Tractor Works, "ChTZ" in Tankograd in 1943. This model used a one piece cast turret with pronounced rounding on sides for the turret roof and a strange dip across the lower side of the turret. This improved turret, had extra periscope and pistol ports, and provided more room and comfort the team. A new five-speed transmission with modified clutch ended up being added, changing four-speed model. Coupled with motor improvements, these modifications stretched enough time between maintenance and fix. With some of the "ChTZ" variations produced, of thousands of T34/76 tanks produced, it is regarded very nearly as a rarity.

Specs and Features

• An accurate reproduction of the T34/76 produced on Chelyabinsk
• Tractor Works, "ChTZ" in Tankograd in 1943.
• Exquisite hull information with access hatches which can be fixedin the open or shut state.
• Realistically reproduced cast turret with curved sides and hatches that may be modeled in the open or shut position.
• Movable primary weapon.
• Excellent detailing of songs and wheels.
• 2 numbers with well-appointed details.
• Detail by detail suspension.
• Authentic waterslide decals.
• Illustrated construction guide.