Hobby Boss 82496 Soviet T-26 Light Infantry Tank Mod.1935 (1/35) – highly detailed scale tank model kit

Introducing a unique plastic model kit – Hobby Boss 82496 Soviet T-26 Light Infantry Tank Mod.1935 in the popular 1/35 scale. This is a high-quality model set intended for enthusiasts of 20th-century military history and fans of precision model making. The kit from the renowned Hobby Boss brand faithfully recreates one of the most important light tanks of the 20th century used by the Soviet Army.

Historical background of the vehicle

The T-26 was a Soviet light infantry tank produced from 1931 until the early stages of World War II. The Mod.1935 model was an improved version based on the British Vickers 6-Ton tank. The armament and turret armor were improved. The T-26 played a significant role in conflicts of the interwar period and the early stages of WWII. It was used by the USSR in many conflicts: the Spanish Civil War, the Winter War with Finland (1939-1940), as well as during the German invasion in 1941. Introduced in 1933, the Mod.1935 received a new turret with a 45 mm gun, which significantly enhanced its combat capabilities.

Model features

• Scale: 1/35 – kit ideal for World War II era vehicle collections
• Country of origin: Soviet Union
• Use period: interwar period, World War II
• Material: high-quality plastic, suitable for easy processing and painting
• Set does not include glue or paints – allowing for full personalization
• Rich external and internal details, faithfully reproduced turret and suspension components
• Clear details of track links, running gear, and hull
• Transparent parts for headlights and optional decals

Recommended for:

This model is particularly recommended for intermediate and advanced military modelers – difficulty level 3/5. An excellent choice for building realistic WWII dioramas or for collection displays. The kit offers an opportunity to delve into the history of military engineering and to practice advanced assembly and painting techniques for armored vehicle models.

The Hobby Boss 82496 Soviet T-26 Light Infantry Tank Mod.1935 (1/35) is a perfect proposition for all who value historical accuracy and meticulous craftsmanship. Discover an exact miniature of one of the legends of the Soviet armored forces!