Tamiya 35344 – 1/35 Somua S35
45,50€
– Plastic model kit to build a 1/35 Somua S35 Tamiya.
– Scale plastic kit include clear parts and decals.
– Model to be assembled and painted. Glue and paint not supplied.
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The Tamiya 35344 French Medium Tank SOMUA S35 is a 1/35 scale plastic model kit that accurately represents the SOMUA S35, a French cavalry tank from the early stages of World War II. Developed in 1935, the S35 was known for its balanced combination of firepower, armor, and mobility, making it one of the most effective tanks in the French arsenal during the Battle of France in 1940.
Kit Features
- Scale & Dimensions: 1/35 scale; length: 153mm, width: 63mm.
- Accurate Design: Extensive measurements of a real SOMUA S35 led to a highly accurate recreation of the rounded cast metal hull and turret.
- Surface Textures: Features realistic depictions of cast metal surfaces, enhancing the model’s authenticity.
- Suspension System: The bogey suspension and side armor plates are efficiently captured with an intuitive parts layout.
- Tracks: Link-type assembly tracks provide excellent realism and ease of assembly.
- Commander Figure: Includes a commander figure to be positioned in the turret, adding a dynamic element to the display.
- Marking Options: Offers three marking options with color camouflage pattern reference illustrations, allowing for customization.
Historical Context
The SOMUA S35 was a French cavalry tank developed in the mid-1930s, featuring a 47mm main gun and a 190hp V8 gasoline engine, enabling speeds up to 40 km/h. Approximately 430 units were produced between 1936 and June 1940. The S35’s balanced performance led many to consider it the best tank available to France at the commencement of WWII.
This Tamiya kit offers modelers a detailed and historically accurate representation of the SOMUA S35, making it a valuable addition to any World War II model collection.