Hobby Boss 84814 Russian KV-1 Model 1942 (1/48)

The plastic model kit Hobby Boss 84814 Russian KV-1 Model 1942 in 1:48 scale is an excellent choice for military modeling enthusiasts and fans of armored vehicles from World War II. The set allows you to faithfully recreate the famous Soviet heavy tank, which played a key role on the Eastern Front.

Historical Background

The KV-1 Model 1942 was one of the most important tanks of the Red Army used during World War II (1939-1945), mainly between 1941 and 1943. The vehicle designated as KV-1 Model 1942 was an improved version of earlier models, equipped with additional armor plates and numerous mechanical enhancements reflecting the experiences from the first months of the German invasion of the USSR. It was widely used during the battles for Moscow, Stalingrad, and on many other fronts. It was renowned for its exceptionally thick, shell-resistant armor, which in the early stages of the war rendered it nearly impervious to German anti-tank guns.

Hobby Boss 84814 Kit Features

• Scale: 1:48 – an ideal compromise that allows for detailed reproduction while maintaining manageable model size.
• Country of use: Soviet Union, widely used on the Eastern Front of World War II.
• Material: high-quality plastic ensuring precise details and easy assembly.
• Category: plastic model kit – glue and paints not included.
• The kit includes parts allowing for accurate recreation of the vehicle's external details, including a realistically rendered turret, layered armor, running gear, and segmented tracks for easier assembly.
• The assembly instructions in a clear pictorial form allow even intermediate modelers to create an impressive replica of this historic vehicle.

Who is it for?

Hobby Boss 84814 is recommended mainly for modelers with intermediate and advanced skills, interested in 20th-century military themes. The 1:48 scale model is a great choice for dioramas and armored vehicle collections. We rate the build difficulty at 3 on a scale of 1 to 5 – it requires care, but is not reserved exclusively for experts.

Why choose this model?

Hobby Boss guarantees high-quality molds, excellent fit of parts, and an attractive price-to-quality ratio. This is a detailed model of a historical tank that will certainly enrich any World War II armored vehicle collection, and also provides a challenge and great fun to assemble for every military modeling enthusiast.