Hobby Boss 83860 French Saint-Chamond Heavy Tank - Late 1/35

The plastic model kit Hobby Boss 83860 French Saint-Chamond Heavy Tank - Late in 1/35 scale is an excellent choice for advanced military modelers. This kit represents the late version of the French heavy tank Saint-Chamond, which was one of the most recognizable armored vehicles of the French army during World War I.

Brief historical overview:

The Saint-Chamond tank was created in response to the needs of trench warfare offensives during the Great War. Between 1917 and 1918, France used it on various fronts, including the Battle of Malmaison and operations near Soissons. The "Late" version modeled here depicts the improved variant, upgraded with wider tracks and reinforced armor, which increased mobility in the difficult terrain of the trenches. 400 units of this tank were produced, serving until the end of the war, after which they were withdrawn from service.

Model details:

• Scale: 1/35 – allows for faithful reproduction of even the smallest historical vehicle details
• Country of origin (original): France
• Historical period: World War I (1917-1918)
• Material: high-quality plastic ensuring component durability
• Box contents: detailed sprues, realistic turret and hull parts, decals enabling reproduction of authentic period French markings
• Photo-etched parts included – allow for better detail reproduction and add realistic finishing touches

Categories and purpose:

This product belongs to the category: plastic model kit of military vehicles from the World War I period. Due to the numerous details and the need for precise assembly, this kit is recommended for experienced modelers and all enthusiasts of military history and French armored technology. The set can also serve as a valuable addition to World War I dioramas.

Recommendation and build difficulty:

We recommend the Hobby Boss 83860 French Saint-Chamond Heavy Tank - Late 1/35 above all for its wealth of detail, perfect structural reproduction, and the included photo-etched parts that enable the creation of a realistic replica. The 1/35 scale provides an impressive presence of the finished model. Kit difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for those with experience building armored vehicle models.