89791 Russian Tank Destroyer SU-100- w/Weathering Master Set - Tamiya 1/35  [89791]

In 1943, the Russian SU-76 self-propelled weapon have been no longer effective to battle this brand new German tanks. Through end of 1943, the SU-85 originated to replace the SU-76 self-propelled tool. The SY-85 ended up being based from the T-34 hull and armed with a 85mm gun. But because of the thickness linked to armor, need expanded for a far more effective tank. The SU-85 was indeed modified in 1944. It absolutely was outfitted with a 100mm weapon and renamed the SU-100. The 100mm couldn't have the same piercing energy if the German 75mm or British 17pdr firearms, however it was at reality heavier versus 75mm and allowed the Russian armed forces to efficiently destroy the German tanks. The turret-less design additionally have now been an additional benefit because work and construction costs ended up being certainly 20percent less. Alternatively, the turret-less design left the SU-100 poor in slim or sloped landscapes. This is why, the SU-100 was at reality used as fire help for infantry and anti-tank combat. The SU-100 stayed operating prior to the 1970s.

Specs & characteristics

• restricted variation 1/35 scale synthetic installation kit the Russian Tank Destroyer SU-100 that was initially released in 1966.
• The included Weathering Master Set is a certain product that isn't available individually. Features Red World, Soot, and Sand colors.
• The metal molds have been overhauled allow more practical details set alongside the 1966 launch.
• Model features polycaps and plastic songs as seen on other 1/35 scale tanks.