Hobby Boss 83883 Soviet BA-20 Armored Car Mod.1939 1/35 – plastic scale model kit

The Hobby Boss 83883 Soviet BA-20 Armored Car Mod.1939 1/35 is an excellent choice for all enthusiasts of military history and armored vehicle modeling. It represents the Soviet light armored car BA-20 in its modernized 1939 version, faithfully reproduced in the popular 1/35 scale.

The BA-20 was one of the main Soviet armored cars of the interwar period and the early years of World War II. Developed on the basis of the civilian GAZ-M1 chassis, the BA-20 served as a reconnaissance vehicle, as well as for escort and communications duties. These cars were used by the Red Army during the Soviet-Finnish War (Winter War 1939–1940) and at the beginning of the campaign against Germany in 1941 during World War II. Although lightly armored and armed (most often with a 7.62 mm DT machine gun), the BA-20 was extremely mobile and easy to operate.

The Hobby Boss 83883 kit is a high-quality plastic model kit. The parts are intricately designed and manufactured with attention to the smallest details, so even demanding modelers will appreciate the vehicle’s realism. The kit does not include resin or photo-etched parts, but it stands out thanks to its precisely rendered panel lines, detailed armor texture, as well as a highly accurate turret and driver’s compartment interior. The clear instructions make assembly straightforward, and decals are included for authentic Red Army vehicle markings.

• Scale: 1/35
• Historical period: World War II, Winter War, years 1939–1941
• Country of use: USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics)
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Recommended for: intermediate and advanced modelers interested in World War II armored vehicles
• Build difficulty level: 3/5

I recommend the Hobby Boss 83883 Soviet BA-20 Armored Car Mod.1939 1/35 to anyone looking to expand their collection of Soviet armored vehicles from the World War II era. It is a faithfully reproduced armored car that will certainly enhance any diorama or model collection.