Hobby Boss 82497 Soviet T-26 Light Infantry Tank Mod.1938 (1/35)

Hobby Boss 82497 Soviet T-26 Light Infantry Tank Mod.1938 is a high-quality plastic model kit in the popular 1:35 scale, transporting modelers straight into the realities of pre-war USSR and World War II. The kit depicts the 1938 version of one of the most famous and widely produced light infantry tanks of the 20th century. Created based on the British Vickers 6-Ton design, its universal and simple construction allowed the production of over 11,000 units and the creation of more than 50 variants of this vehicle.

The T-26 was the backbone of Soviet armored forces in the 1930s and took part in numerous conflicts: the Spanish Civil War, the Soviet-Finnish War, the Second Sino-Japanese War, and in the early years of World War II. Outside the USSR, it was used by the armies of Spain, China, and Turkey, and after being captured, by Finland, Germany, Romania, and Hungary as well. This versatility continues in the modeling success of this kit.

• Model scale: 1/35
• Country of origin of the original: USSR (Soviet Union)
• Historical period: 1930–1945, mainly World War II and conflicts of the 1930s
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Additional elements: 2 photo-etched parts for enhanced detailing, as many as 39 sprues, individual track links (240 pieces)
• Does not include glue or paints
• Dimensions of assembled model: length 132.2 mm, width 70.7 mm
• Difficulty level: 4/5 – Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the large number of small parts and segment tracks
• Category: plastic model kit – World War II military vehicle

The Hobby Boss 82497 model stands out with its advanced hull design, made using a multi-directional slide-molding technique, guaranteeing exceptional detail reproduction. For enthusiasts seeking a high level of realism, photo-etched parts and individual track links are included for detailed reconstruction. The kit does not include resin or metal parts, but thanks to the full set of extras and carefully reproduced details, it allows you to build a highly realistic replica of the historic T-26.

I recommend this model both to experienced modellers and ambitious intermediate fans of armored vehicles. It is an excellent choice for anyone passionate about the history of World War II armored vehicles, looking to improve their skills, and wanting to create an extremely detailed and faithful model of the original Soviet T-26 tank.