Hobby Boss 82440 ZTZ 99B MBT 1/35 – Chinese main battle tank plastic model kit

Hobby Boss 82440 ZTZ 99B MBT (1/35) is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the most modern Chinese main battle tank, ZTZ-99B. The model is produced in 1:35 scale, allowing for an exceptionally detailed representation of every element of this modern armored vehicle. This is a product from the renowned brand Hobby Boss, aimed at modelers wishing to enrich their collection with a realistic miniature of military equipment used by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA).

Historical Information

The ZTZ 99B tank is the latest and most advanced version of the Chinese main battle tank, developed for service in the Chinese ground forces in the modern era—since the beginning of the 21st century. The first versions of the ZTZ99 appeared in the early 2000s, playing a key role in the modernization of China's armored forces. The ZTZ 99B model offers significant technological advancements in armament, mobility, and protection compared to older-generation Chinese tanks. Partly inspired by the Soviet T-72, it features an elongated chassis, a modern turret design, and multi-layered modular armor. The technology behind ZTZ 99B has been used to modernize the more economical ZTZ96 tanks.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Model length: 331.7 mm
• Width: 107.3 mm
• Height: 92.5 mm
• A total of 453 plastic parts
• 7 sprues with components, upper and lower hull, turret
• Plastic elements (polystyrene)
• 1 photo-etched part (engine exhaust mesh)
• Track links on polycaps
• No resin or metal accessories
• Glue and paints not included

Category

This is a plastic model kit based on a modern main battle tank.

Recommendation and difficulty level

This kit is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers interested in contemporary military technology and Asian armored vehicles. The precision manufacturing of the parts, detailed features, and the inclusion of photo-etched parts will enhance the built model and provide satisfaction during assembly. The difficulty level is rated at 4/5—the model requires patience and basic experience working with small parts and photo-etched elements.

Product advantages

• High level of detail on the hull and turret thanks to two-directional slide-molding technology
• Photo-etched mesh included in the kit
• An ideal choice for collectors of modern tanks and enthusiasts of Asian armored vehicles