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Scale: 1:35
Material Plastic
About the STUART MkI US Light Tank M3
The M2A4 light tank was designed by Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois on the basis of its predecessor M2A3 light tank. The M3 light tank was an improvement upon this version and was adopted on July 5, 1940.
Specifications
Scale: 1:35
Material Plastic
About the 37mm Antitank Gun (PAK35/36)
It was in 1934 that the German Army ordered Rheinmettal A G to develop a new 3.7cm anti-tank gun. Rheinmettal ranked beside Krupp as the biggest gun maker of Germany and already manufactured the first 3.7cm anti-tank rapid firer in 1918. In 1935, Rheinmettal finished designing the new anti-tank gun. The overall weight was 450kg. Having two rubber-tired wheels, torsion bar suspension system and two rear trail legs, the gun could be easily moved by only a few men. A gun shield of 4mm thickness was fixed for the protection of the gun crew. The gunner was on the left side of the gun and could traverse it by 60 degrees both ways, elevate by 25 degrees and depress by 8 degrees. The loader was on the right side of the horizontal sliding breech block and the gun could make continuous fire at a rate of 15 rounds per minute. The 3.7cm gun which was 45 calibres long had a muzzle velocity of 762 meters per second (when firing and armour-piercing projectile) and penetrated a 48mm armour plate standing erect at a distance of 457 meters. The 3.7cm anti-tank gun was immediately accepted by the German Army and officially designated Anti-tank Gun Model 35/36 (PAK 35/36). In 1936, the Germans began to deliver the gun to the anti-tank gun company of each division as its standard equipment. It is reported that the excellent design of the then typical anti-tank gun exerted a great influence on the progress of anti-tank guns in the Soviet Union, United States, and Japan.
Specifications
Scale: 1:35
Material Plastic
About the British Tank MKII MATILDA
This is a re-release of the 1/35 British Infantry Tank Mk.II Matilda back by popular demand.The Matilda was specifically built to be heavily armored and slow moving to provide sup-port to infantry. The armor of the Matilda became legendary with Allied infantry forces who in turn gave her the nickname "Queen of the Desert" with its time fighting in North Africa.You can enjoy this model on its own or combine it with some of our other 1/35 series models for a larger dirorama.
Specifications
Scale: 1:35
Material Plastic
About the Russian Tank DESTROYER SU100
In 1943, the Russian SU-76 self-propelled gun was no longer effective to battle the new German tanks. During the end of 1943, the SU-85 was developed to replace the SU-76 self-propelled gun. The SY-85 was based off of the T-34 hull and armed with a 85mm gun. However, due to the thickness of the armor, demand grew for a more powerful tank. The SU-85 was modified in 1944. It was outfitted with a 100mm gun and renamed the SU-100. The 100mm did not have the same piercing power as the German 75mm or British 17pdr guns, but it was heavier than the 75mm and allowed the Russian army to easily destroy the German tanks. The turret-less design also was an advantage because labor and construction costs were 20% less. In contrast, the turret-less design left the SU-100 weak in narrow or sloped terrain. As a result, the SU-100 was used as fire support for infantry and anti-tank combat. The SU-100 remained in service until the 1970s.
Features
Limited edition 1/35 scale plastic assembly kit of the Russian Tank Destroyer SU-100 which was originally released in 1966.
The included Weathering Master Set is a special item that is not available separately. Features Red Earth, Soot, and Sand colors.
The metal molds have been overhauled to enable more realistic details compared to the 1966 release.
Model features polycaps and rubber tracks as seen on other 1/35 scale tanks.
Specifications
Scale: 1:35
Material Plastic
About the CROMWELL Mk.IV British Tank
Prior to the outbreak of WWII, Britain relied heavily on military alliance with France. It was felt that the large French army would be able to check any German expansion in western Europe should existing treaties be violated. As a result the British Army had been neglected, so that when war came the Royal Armoured Corps had only a handful of modern tanks in service. Many of these were sent to France with the BEF only days before France was defeated, all were abaondoned as their cres were evacuated back to Britain. The result was that new tanks were rushed into production without proper testing and were to prove unreliable in combat. As no new tank engines had been developed, most of these tanks were powered by the Nuffield Liberty, an American engine designed in WWI to give an output of 200bhp. Nuffield increased the output to 350 - 410 bhp and this was used to power the A13, A15 Crusader and A24 Cavalier. The engine proved adequate in the A13 and Crusader due to their modest weight, but in the Cavalier it was a disaster and the tank was unfit for combat. In 1941 Rolls Royce produced a de-rated version of their Merline aero engine, used in the Spitfire, Hurricane, and Lancaster aircraft, for tank use. Named the Meteor, this engine developed 600 bhp, more than enough for current needs. The successor to the Cavalier the A27 Cromwell, was designed to use this new engine and a pilot model was ready early in 1942. Unfortunately Rolls Royce was fully committed producing the Merlin and so was unable tomanufacture the Meteor in any quantity. The production of the Meteor was passed to the Rover Car Company, which had been tooling to produce the Merlin. Setting up this new engine production line was to take almost a year. While the facilities for producing te Meteor engine were being set up, it was decided to continue production of the A27 using the Liberty engine as a temporary measure. This version was designated the A27L Centaure, and the Meteor powered tank the A27M Cromwell. Leyland Motors were contracted to build 4,256 Centaures, with other companies producing a further 2,000 vehicles. Though not all these contracts were subsequently filled, and it is not known exactly how many A27`s were produced. The Centaur Mk.I entered production in the autumn of 1942, and was armed with the 6 Pdr. gun. This was followed by the Mk.III with 75mm gun and Mk.IV which mounted a 95mm howitzer. Early in 1943 most Centaur Mk.I were converted to the Mk.III by changine the armament. The a27M Cromwell Mk.I entered production in January 1943, but only a few were produced before production switched to the Cromwell Mk.V with 75mm Q.F. Mk.V gun. By mid-1943 enough engines were being produced to allow some of the older Centaurs to be converted to Cromwell, these tanks mounting the 75mm gun were designated the Cromwell Mk.IV, and this became numerically the most important mark. Most, if not all, Centaur tanks were built with an internal track tension system which was accessed by two small dome covers located on the front plate just inboard of the lifting ring brackets. Domes were not present on the tanks built from the start as Cromwells, these tanks had an external track tension system which was adjusted by a large "hockey stick" steel bar, stowed on the side of the engine deck. On conversion to Cromwell, there is evidence that some tanks were fitted with the external tension system. In this case the domes were welded in place or small armour patches were welded over the hole, and the "hockey stick" adjuster bar would be provided. Cromwell Mk.IV and Mk.V battle tanks, and Mk.VI close support tanks (95mm), started to be issued to the troops in October 1943 as they became available. The first were issued to the Armoured Reconnaissance Regiments, one of which was to be attached to the Guards, 7th and 11th Armoured Divisions, and 1st Polish Armoured Division (Polish troops were equipped by the British and were part of the British 21st Army Group). Other Cromwells were issued as Command Tanks (Division HQ) and Royal Artillery, Armoured Obdservation Post (AOP) tanks. However the main recipient was the 22nd Armoured Brigade of the 7th Armoured Division which had all three of its armoured regiments equipped with the Cromwell. This was the last British Armoured Division to re-equip in preparation for the D-Day invasion of Normandy. Guards, 11th and 1st (Polish) Armoured Divisions had already equipped with the Sherman. The A27L/M was built with five different hull types, known as "A","B","C","D" and "F" ("E" was an internal transmission modification). These types related to the hull crew hatches and to the engine deck door layout. Early type hulls were used on pre-production tanks, but the first type to be mass produced was the "C" type introduced on the A27L Centaur. The "D" type with revised engine access doors was introduced in 1943, as was the "F" which eliminated the hull top drivers hatch, replacing it with a side-opening hatch similar to that provided to the hull gunner. The Cromwell was a fast and reliable tank capable of speeds of over 65km/h on a good surface. It was compared favorably with tanks of similar weight such as the Sherman and Panzer IV. Most were armed with the 75mm Q.F. Mk.V/VA, which was based on the 6 Pdr. but chambered to fire American ammunition. This was a very good duel-purpose gun, well able to destroy enemy anti-tank guns at long range, or penetrate the frontal armour of a Panzer IV at normal battle ranges. However it was almost useless against German heavy tanks. Armour was a maximum of 76mm on early marks, but in 1944 some tanks received 25mm plates welded to the frontal armour, increasing the thickness to 101mm maximum. Tanks with 75mm gun became the Mk.VII, and those with 95mm howitzer the Mk.VIII. The Cromwell, along with a few Centaur special purpose tanks, first saw action during the Normandy campaign. Here it was at a disadcantage as it could not use its superior speed and agility, but this changed after the fighting moved to open country. Cromwell tanks made some spectacular advances in their pursuit of the Germans across Northern France, Belgium and Holland. The Cromwell served again in Korea and was finally retired in the late 1950`s. It is interesting to note that the Leopard, German`s first post-war tank, was much closer in concept to the Cromwell than it was to the Tiger!
Specifications
Scale: 1:48
Material Plastic
About the P-51B MUSTANG "BLUE NOSE"
The P-51 Mustang is one of the most famous fighters of WWII and is still a major attraction at airshows today. Tamiya`s 1/48 scale P-51D and P-51B are widely considered to be the best models of this aircraft, and they have now been refreshed with new colorful markings options as these limited edition products.
Features
item feature all-new packaging which feature beautiful illustrations of the aircraft.
Includes new Cartograf decals to depict two aircraft flown by Lt. F. Horn of the 352nd Fighter Group (standard canopy and Malcolm hood) as well as additional parts for pilot figures.
Specifications
Scale: 1:12
Material Plastic
About the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RP Model
The Ninja ZX-RR was Kawasaki`s first MotoGP machine equipped with a 4-stroke engine, and after overcoming initial teething problems, began to show its potential. With the addition of rider Shinya Nakano in 2004, the team kept improving and became capable of challenging the top teams for race honors. Nakano rode the lime-green, 990cc-engined machine to a second place podium finish at Round 8 in the Netherlands for his best finish of the 2006 MotoGP season.
Features
High-quality 1/12 scale assembly model kit of the 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-RR.
Cowlings can be attached/detached using precison-made screws to showcase accurately reproduced internal details.
Rear suspension feature realistic nut fastener. Wrench tool is conveniently included to aid assembly.
Brilliant livery can be recreated using Tamiya paints (Light Green & Semi Gloss Black), with sponsor logos provided by beautiful Cartograf decals.
Synthetic rubber racing slick tires with Bridgestone markings provide an authentic race feel.
Markings for both Shinya Nakano`s No.56 and Randy de Puniet`s No.17 included.
Specifications
Scale: 1:12
Material Plastic
About the YAMAHA YZR-M1 50th Edition
This model depicts the special Inter-coloring edition YZR-M1 that raced in the 2005 U.S. MotoGP. The commemorative special edition bike was produced to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of Yamaha Motor. Tamiya`s model faithfully replicates the distinctive markings of U.S. Grand Prix edition, together with the compact and streamlined form of the 2005 YZR-M1.
The distinctive yellow body with black strobe pattern is based on the image colors of Yamaha International Corporation (Y.I.C.), predecessor of Yamaha Motor Corporation USA founded in 1977. It was the coloring featured on the YZR500 which won three consecutive 500cc Grand Prix in 1978-80. This particular coloring and graphic has long been popular with fans, and is an important part of Yamaha racing history. Gauloises Team Yamaha chose this color scheme for its special edition bike that raced in the 2005 MotoGP Round 8, U.S. Grand Prix.
Features
Detailed 1/12 assembly model kit of the Yamaha YZR-M1 U.S. Inter-coloring edition.
3 new molds faithfully render the YZR-M1 2005 modelýs in-line 4 cylinder engine, main frame and rear shock unit, as well as cowling to accurately reflect differences with 2004 model.
Side and seat cowling may be removed even after assembly to display internal mechanics.
Realistic synthetic rubber tires feature Michelin tire logos.
Includes colorful decals to replicate yellow & black markings.
Markings depict bike No.5 Colin Edwards (US colors).
Brake and throttle hose comes as vinyl tubing.
Specifications
Scale: 1:12
Material Plastic
About the YAMAHA YZR-M1 50th Edition
The Yamaha YZR-M1 50th Anniversary Valencia Edition No. 46 features a striking white body with red block pattern. In the 1970s this color scheme was referred to as chain-block pattern. From the late 1970s onward, this color scheme was referred to as a strobe line pattern and became infamous with the power of Yamaha racing. After the 4th year in the MotoGP, the YZR-M1 2005 model underwent drastic improvement to be considered a fully new model. The redesigned YZR-M1 featured a 4-stroke in-line 4 cylinder 990cc engine to improve speed and fuel efficiency. The fuel tank was lowered and the rear shocks attached directly to the crankcase to ensure optimum weight concentration in the center of the bike. Other improvements included shock absorbing capabilities, refined brakes and torque control systems. After the modifications to the YZR-M1 the Yamaha team went on toe claim the Manufacturers and Riders Championship.
Specifications
Scale: 1:12
Material Plastic
About the Honda RC166 GP Racer Model
The Honda RC166 is known for its excellent top speeds and features a 6-cylinder engine with six exhaust pipes. The bike was made famous by motor sports legend Mike "The Bike" Hailwood, who raced the RC166 to 10 victories and a world championship title. His infamous bike is reproduced as a model and features red and silver FRP cowling, large diameter drum brakes and silver spoke wheels.
Features
The famous features of the air-cooled 6-cylinder engine, including the crank case and cylinder fin have been accurately reproduced with new parts to create a lifelike model.
Super thin metal plated 0.4mm ABS resin parts precisely represent the Honda`s wheel spokes. (Previous spokes thickness: 0.7mm)
The RC166`s famous long cowling has been produced using a slide molding process for a crisp finish. Can be assembled with 1.2mm screws.
The solid rubber tires feature a triangular shaped tread pattern as seen during the 1960`s.
For the ultimate finish, the following detail up sets can be used with this model:
Item 12632 1/12 Honda RC166 Front Fork Set
Item 12634 1/12 Honda RC166 Rivet Set
Item 12631 1/12 Honda RC166 Wheel Set
Item 12633 1/12 Honda RC166 Metal Chain Set
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