Rye Field Model 5079 T-34/85 Model 1944 Factory No.174 1/35

The presented model, Rye Field Model 5079 T-34/85 Model 1944 Factory No.174 1/35, is a high-quality plastic model kit that faithfully replicates the legendary Soviet medium tank from World War II. The model has been designed with exceptional attention to historical detail, taking into account the distinctive features of production from Factory No. 174 in 1944, located in Sverdlovsk.

Technical Specification and Kit Design

• Scale: 1/35
• Category: plastic model tank kit
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Manufacturer: Rye Field Model
• Kit does not include glue or paints
• Multi-part hull tub
• Detailed reproduction of turret, hull, and running gear
• Optional equipment elements and details of communication devices and tools
• Accurate track reproduction – can be assembled from individual links

Historical Description and Use

The T-34/85 is one of the most important variants of the renowned Soviet medium tank that revolutionized armored warfare. The version equipped with the 85 mm gun began production at the end of 1943, and the model described in this set – "Factory No.174, Model 1944" – was produced in one of the USSR's key armament plants during World War II (years 1944–45). The T-34/85 fought on all fronts of Eastern and Central Europe, including during Operation Bagration, the liberation of Poland, and the assault on Berlin.

Additional Information About the Kit

• Exceptionally rich surface details as well as weld and armor texture details
• Elements allowing construction of different build variants consistent with the factory original
• Ideal both for building a diorama and as a single collector’s display piece

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

The Rye Field Model 5079 T-34/85 Model 1944 Factory No.174 1/35 kit is recommended for both experienced modelers and intermediate builders who wish to develop their skills with more advanced armored vehicle kits. The precise design ensures a realistic appearance, and the wealth of details allows the creation of an impressive display model.
Assembly difficulty level: 4/5