32527 Russian SU-122 - Tamiya 1/48  [32527]

1/48 Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122

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The Soviet Union's first attack device become produced was a tool armed with a 122 mm howitzer called the SU-122. It had been developed by engineer E.W. Wilniszczikov utilizing the help of F.F. Pietrov, the king of Russian tool designers, with produced the 122 mm weapon. It was an excellent howitzer with a selection of 11,800 m, muzzle velocity of 515 m/sec and price of fire of 5 or 6 rounds/min. The SU-122 self propelled gun ended up being comparable in shape towards German StuG III armed using the brief barreled 75 mm gun. Featuring its cumbersome recoil unit and mantlet, the 1st production SU-122 finished up being quite unsightly. Days gone by manufacturing model, however, showcased refined semi spherical recoil device and gun shield. The SU-122 assault gun first saw action in Battle of Kursk within the summer months of 1943. SU-122s participated inside recapture of Orel on north of Kursk and in after pursuit.

Specs & Features

• Compact and detail by detail 1/48 scale installation kit connected with Russian SU-122 Assault Gun.
• Length: 143mm, big caliber 122mm primary weapon and weapon mantlet correctly reproduced.
• Practical detailing of 1943 manufacturing model includes weld markings on hull and impressive texturing of gun base.
• Die-cast framework for additional weight and realism.
• Tank treads are installation kind, with one-piece top and paid off tread components featuring practical sag effect.
• Includes decals to replicate unit numbers and red celebrity markings.