Airfix 1/72 T34 Tank (01316)

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Airfix 1/72 T34 Tank (01316)
The most widely used Russian tank in the Second World War and one of the outstanding tanks of all times was the T34. It was first prooduced in 1940 but its existence remained a close secret until the German invasion in June 1941. The T34 was superior in every way to other tanks in service at that time. It was faster, better armoured and carried a larger gun. Perhaps most important of all, it was reliable and extremely simple enabling it to be produced in large numbers. When first introduced, the T34 was fitted with a small turret carrying a 76.2 mm gun and this T34/76 version is one of the two that can be built from this kit.

The T34/76 achieved its greatest fame at the Battle of Stalingrad when tanks were being driven straight off the production line into combat.
In 1943 the T34/85, also featured in this kit, was introduced. This carried a larger 85 mm calibre gun in a bigger turret. The T34 was powered by a 500 h.p. diesel engine giving a road speed of approximately 30 m.p.h.
Armament, in addition to the main gun, consisted of two 7.62 mm maching guns. The weight was 26 tons and 4 crew in the T34/76, increased to 32 tons and 5 crew in the T34/85.

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