{"product_id":"9032-mirage-hobby-726074-kuybishev-m3a1-diesel-tank-172","title":"Mirage Hobby 726074 Kuybishev M3A1 Diesel Tank 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eMirage Hobby 726074 Kuybishev M3A1 Diesel Tank (1\/72) – Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Introducing the Mirage Hobby 726074 Kuybishev M3A1 Diesel Tank model kit in 1:72 scale – an excellent replica of one of the most interesting armored vehicles from World War II. This plastic model kit for self-assembly is perfect for both experienced military modelers and enthusiasts of 20th-century armored warfare history.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistory and Use of the Original\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The M3A1 Stuart is a light American tank widely used by the Allies during World War II. The Diesel version, on which the model is based, was produced primarily for export to the Soviet Union under the Lend-Lease program. The designation \"Kuybishev\" refers to one of the Soviet armored equipment factories and administrative regions where these vehicles were in service. M3A1 Stuart Diesel tanks were used by the Red Army on the Eastern Front, proving themselves as infantry support and reconnaissance vehicles. They saw action in battles such as Kursk and Stalingrad between 1942 and 1945.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModel Contents and Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1:72 – ideal for dioramas and collections of historical vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality, precisely cast plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of use (original): USSR (Red Army), with units supplied from the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: World War II (1942-1945)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe model features carefully reproduced hull, turret, suspension, and armament components\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncluded assembly instructions allow for building the model in both a basic and slightly modified version\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe set does not include glue or paints – leaving you the freedom to choose your favorite mediums and painting style\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eCategory and Skill Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAssembly difficulty: 2\/5 – recommended for both intermediate and beginner modelers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Mirage Hobby 726074 Kuybishev M3A1 Diesel Tank (1\/72) is a must-have for enthusiasts of Soviet armored forces and collectors of 1:72 scale models. The model offers a wealth of detail while requiring a moderate amount of work, making it a great learning tool for military history and an excellent addition to WWII Eastern Front dioramas. Its exceptional quality and faithful reproduction of the original make it a recommended choice for armored miniatures enthusiasts!\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Mirage Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719911166286,"sku":"M726074","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/c16f2bc05b47ed3c76ba728ae103dad1.jpg?v=1755485491","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/9032-mirage-hobby-726074-kuybishev-m3a1-diesel-tank-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}