Dragon 6712 IJN Type 2 (Ka-Mi) Amphibious Tank (1/35) – Plastic Model Kit

Discover the fascinating world of historical modeling with the Dragon 6712 IJN Type 2 (Ka-Mi) Amphibious Tank at 1/35 scale. This detailed plastic kit from the renowned manufacturer Dragon faithfully recreates the Japanese Type 2 (Ka-Mi) amphibious light tank, one of the most distinctive armored vehicles of the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) during World War II.

History of the Original

The Type 2 Ka-Mi was designed in 1941 with amphibious landings in the Pacific theater in mind. It was the first mass-produced amphibious tank used by Japan and was deployed during invasions of Allied-held islands, including the Marianas and the Gilbert Islands area. The tank was used by the Imperial Japanese Navy primarily between 1942 and 1945. The vehicle featured special, easily detachable floats for buoyancy, as well as propellers that enabled movement both on land and in water.

Kit Features and Contents

• Scale: 1/35 – ideal for Pacific theater dioramas.
• Country of origin of the original: Japan – Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN).
• Period of use: World War II (1942-1945).
• Material: high-quality plastic, parts produced with great attention to detail.
• The model includes meticulously recreated floats, an armed turret, deck details, and drive system elements.
• Glue and paints not included – required accessories must be purchased separately.
• Advanced molding technology allows for assembly of moveable and highly detailed tracks.

Who is this model for?

Dragon 6712 IJN Type 2 (Ka-Mi) is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers interested in armored vehicles, Pacific war history, and exotic military engineering. The kit is also perfect for collections of dioramas depicting island battles of World War II.

Build Difficulty Level: 4/5

Due to the large number of parts and the high level of detail, building this model requires experience and precision. The product will provide satisfaction to both collectors and modelers who create realistic dioramas.

Invest in the Dragon 1/35 IJN Type 2 (Ka-Mi) Amphibious Tank model and enrich your collection with a unique premium miniature of Japanese military technology!