Copper State Models 35003 Lanchester "Russian Service" with 37mm Hotchkiss gun 1/35

Copper State Models 35003 Lanchester "Russian Service" with 37mm Hotchkiss gun 1/35 is a precise plastic model kit designed for devoted historical modeling enthusiasts. This set depicts a Lanchester armored car in Russian service, equipped with the distinctive 37mm Hotchkiss gun, rendered in the popular 1/35 scale.

The Lanchester Armoured Car is a well-known British armored car from the First World War period. Produced in 1914-1915, innovative for its time, it was exported to and used by Russia during wartime operations. The Russian armed forces appreciated its robustness and capability to traverse the difficult terrain of the Eastern Fronts. Lanchester vehicles armed with 37mm Hotchkiss guns provided crucial fire support against enemy cavalry and infantry, and offered an advantage in skirmishes with other armored vehicles.

The model from Copper State Models represents the variant used during World War I and the Russian Civil War period (1917-1922). It is distinguished by the reproduction of the Russian version, including armament modifications and details typical for this theater of operations.

Model features:

• Scale: 1/35 – ideal for collectors of historical dioramas and enthusiasts of early 20th century armored vehicles.
• Made from high-quality plastic – parts cast with great attention to detail and historical accuracy.
• Richly rendered external details such as rivets, embossing, and additional equipment.
• The kit includes precise parts providing the option to build the version with the 37mm Hotchkiss gun.
• Unique "Russian Service" variant – a rarity on the model market, as few manufacturers offer this type of armored car in this configuration.
• Does not include glue, paints, or painting accessories – additional products are required for complete assembly.
• Category: plastic model kit.

Recommended for: armored vehicle enthusiasts, fans of Russian history and World War I, rare vehicle collectors, and advanced modelers seeking realism and the highest quality in detail reproduction. Difficulty level: 4/5 – requires experience in working with plastic models and careful assembly.