Tamiya 35309 - 1/35 Russian Tank BT-7 Model 1935  [35309]

In 1935, the last for the Soviet cavalry tanks, the BT-7, were produced. This Russian tank incorporated features from tanks created by the American engineer, Walter Christie. The "BT" within the name represents "Bystrokhodny Tank" this means quick tank. The coil springtime suspension system system, that was designed by Walter Christie, and effective motor allowed this tank to attain an on-road rate of 31mph. To boost speed and mobility, the tracks could be removed so that the car would run on-road with only the tires. The BT-7 showcased a 47mm weapon, 7.62mm DT machine gun, sloped front armor, and a Model M-17T (V-2 at BT-7m motor. The sloped armor was used in subsequent tanks such because the T-34l. Approximately 4,700 BT-7 tanks were created from 1935 to 1939. The tanks had been used through the Spanish Civil War, in battles against the Japanese forces in Mongolia as well as on the Eastern Fronts.

Specs and Features

• Length: 161mm, Width: 65mm.
• Distinct form of the tank including sloped armor regarding the front side part and powerful road tires have now been realistically reproduced.
• Double-layered structure of the hull edges additionally the mechanically-complicated suspension feature a rich finish.
• A tank built with a frame antenna may also be assembled.
• Photo-etched parts and practical metal towing chain included. A convenient jig to flex the parts can be included.
• A commander and tank crew figure holding a premission briefing with a map are included to offer a sense of stress. (Total 2)
• Markings to depict BT-7 tanks seen within Eastern front lines plus in Mongolia included.(Total 5)
• The large-pitch simple tracks are reproduced as link-type installation songs including one-piece straight parts. Suspension features an authentic finish.
• Headlight lens and vision guard regarding the driver's hatch are manufactured from clear parts to improve realism.