Trumpeter 07287 T26E4 Pershing Heavy Tank 1:72 Plastic Kit by Trumpeter  [TP07287]

Trumpeter 07287 US T26E4 Pershing Heavy Tank
Price:
NZD$16.82
Brand:
Trumpeter
Model:
TP07287
Condition:
Brand New
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Overview of the Trumpeter T26E4 Pershing 1:72 release

This kit represents the US T26E4 Pershing heavy tank in 1:72 scale, presented as a compact, display-ready subject for enthusiasts and collectors.

The Pershing family arrived late in World War II as a heavier US tank intended to match contemporaneous German armor. Early T26 prototypes saw front-line service in Europe during 1945, with the design being standardized soon after. The tank was fitted with a 90mm-class main gun and featured in the final phase of the war and the immediate postwar modernization of United States armoured formations.

Build notes and model information

The kit comprises injection-moulded parts on three sprues plus separate lower hull, upper hull and tracks. The total parts count is 115 plastic pieces and decals are provided for U.S. markings. Provided finished dimensions are: length 139.02 mm, width 49.3 mm and height 42.55 mm. The manufacturer notes include an extended gun barrel and single-part ammunition pieces where indicated.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1:72
  • Assembly: Plastic model kit
  • Model dimensions (assembled): L 139.02 mm, W 49.3 mm, H 42.55 mm
  • Total plastic parts: 115 pieces
  • Sprues: 3 sprues plus lower hull, upper hull, tracks
  • Decals: U.S. service markings

A concise 1:72 Pershing kit that highlights external detail and a modest part count, appropriate for display projects and small diorama scenes.

When built with suitable adhesive, the injection-moulded parts form solid joins. Use model cement on load-bearing joints such as hull seams for best long-term strength.
Yes. The kit emphasises external detail, making it well suited to surface weathering and paint techniques that highlight panel lines and cast texture.
Decal longevity depends on proper application and sealing. Applying a gloss coat before decals and sealing with a clear lacquer will improve adhesion and resistance to handling.
Tiny details can be strengthened by using cyanoacrylate for spot reinforcement after initial cement cures, but test on spare parts first to avoid visible residue.
Minor flash and sprue gates are typical; careful trimming and light sanding before priming will ensure the best paint finish.

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