Tamiya 35211 Russian Heavy Tank JS3 Stalin (1/35)

Tamiya 35211 Russian Heavy Tank JS3 Stalin (1/35) is a high-quality plastic model kit depicting the Soviet heavy tank IS-3 “Stalin” in the popular 1:35 scale. The kit was developed by the renowned company Tamiya and released in 1996. This model is a faithful replica of the authentic vehicle, which debuted at the end of World War II.

The Soviet heavy tank IS-3 (Iosif Stalin 3) was the Soviet Union's answer to the need for highly armored and effective armored units capable of countering the German Tigers and Panthers. Mass-produced from 1945, the IS-3 was equipped with a distinctively rounded, hemispherical turret and a thick, sharply sloped glacis plate, which dramatically increased its protection against shells. Its main armament was the 122 mm D-25T cannon, capable of destroying the most heavily armored enemy vehicles.

Although the IS-3 did not manage to play a key role on the World War II front, it was widely showcased during the victory parade in Berlin in 1945, demonstrating the power of Soviet military engineering. In the following decades, it was exported to many communist bloc armies and took part in conflicts during the Cold War era, including military actions in the Middle East.

• Scale: 1/35 – perfect for collections and dioramas
• Country of use: Soviet Union and other Warsaw Pact countries
• Historical period: End of World War II, Cold War
• Material: high-quality plastic, assembly and glue required
• Kit contents: plastic sprues, water-slide decal sheet, assembly instructions
• Finished model length: 278 mm
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – suitable for intermediate modelers

The Tamiya 35211 Russian Heavy Tank JS3 Stalin kit is an excellent choice for enthusiasts of Soviet armored vehicles, war dioramas, and collectors of vehicles from the World War II and Cold War eras. It is especially recommended for hobbyists who already have some experience in building plastic models – thanks to its precisely reproduced details and the option for professional painting, this kit allows you to create a striking replica of the legendary IS-3.