Trumpeter 00427 Soviet B-4 Howitzer Artillery Crew (1/35)

Trumpeter 00427 Soviet B-4 Howitzer Artillery Crew in 1/35 scale is a high-quality set of plastic figures designed for building a realistic World War II era diorama. These figures depict the crew of the Soviet B-4 howitzer, one of the most recognizable heavy artillery pieces in the service of the Red Army. The product is aimed at modelers who wish to increase the detail of their projects and recreate an authentic front-line artillery operation scene.

Product Features

• Scale: 1/35, suitable for most World War II vehicle models and dioramas.
• Nation of Service: USSR – Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.
• Historical Period: World War II (1939–1945).
• Material: high-quality plastic – ensures easy assembly, processing, and painting.
• Category: plastic figure set for assembly and painting.
• Set contents: several accurately replicated Soviet artillery crew figures with equipment and realistic personal weaponry.
• Additional elements: specially recreated uniform details and poses, characteristic for the B-4 howitzer crew.
• Required accessories: model glue and paints (not included).

Historical Description and Usage

The Soviet B-4 howitzer, with a caliber of 203 mm, was one of the most powerful field artillery pieces of World War II. Operating this gun required an experienced and well-trained crew. The B-4 was used for destroying fortifications, bunkers, and heavy enemy targets on the Eastern Front. Its crew was responsible for both operating the gun and logistics during fire preparation, which is faithfully represented in the Trumpeter figures.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

• Difficulty level: 2/5 – The set is suitable for both beginner and intermediate modelers.
• Recommendation: Especially recommended for those building war dioramas, collectors of Soviet equipment, and World War II history enthusiasts. Perfectly complements Trumpeter or other manufacturers' artillery models in the same scale.

Trumpeter 00427 Soviet B-4 Howitzer Artillery Crew (1/35) allows you to create a unique and dynamic battle scene, ensuring satisfaction in both building and displaying the model.