Tamiya 1/35 Russian Kv-2

The KV-1's Bigger Brother
In December 1939 the KV-1 was officially adopted by the Soviet military; it was followed by the KV-2, a heavier design based upon the KV-1 chassis, but upgunned to a 152mm howitzer with the intention of breaking enemy strongholds; in order to accomodate the larger gun, the KV-2 was given a remarkably tall turret. Around two hundred were produced, and supply to the military began in July 1940. The following June, Nazi Germany invaded and the KV-2 - while suffering a number of breakdowns - took part in Soviet resistance against the invaders, their 152mm guns and impressive survivability enabling some amazing feats, helping stem the tide.

About the Model

- This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 204mm, width: 95mm.
- The imposing form of the KV-2 is artfully captured in 1/35 scale.
- Features depictions of the rough cast turret surfaces and also weld lines.
- Various hatches can be assembled in open or closed position.
- Assembly type tracks feature one-piece straight sections, and offer realistic depiction of upper run 'sag.'
- Comes with a full body commander figure, and a crew torso figure for installation in the hatch.
- Includes two marking options.

Packaging

- This model captures the mammoth KV-2 form in style, from the tall, boxy turret to realistic surface textures and detailing.


- A marking option is included to recreate a KV-2 captured by the German Wehrmacht and given a winter camouflage makeover.


- This image shows the massive 152mm gun, which includes rifling detail in the muzzle section for that extra layer of realism.

- The rough cast surfaces of the armor are captured in style. Mesh sections of the external air intake are recreated with fine molding.


- Depictions of the wide KV-2 tracks utilize single-piece straight sections and give a realistic rendering of upper run 'sag.'


- This kit comes with two figures: a full body commander and a crew torso; use them to add yet more life to your finished masterpiece.


- Left: The commander is pictured with a map. Note the realistic recreation of folds and creases in the clothing.

- Right: Also included is a line-up of materials such as KV-2 background information and color painting guide.



Tamiya Color paints for painting the 1/35 Russian Heavy Tank KV-2

Tamiya Color Tamiya Color Tamiya Color X-7 Red X-10 Gun metal X-11 Chrome silver X-12 Gold leaf XF-1 Flat black XF-2 Flat white XF-4 Yellow green XF-8 Flat blue XF-15 Flat flesh XF-49 Khaki XF-52 Flat earth XF-56 Metallic grey XF-58 Olive green XF-64 Red brown XF-84 Dark iron XF-85 Rubber black --- ---


- Useful tools and materials in the construction of your model
Item 74112 Fine Pin Vise D-R (0.1-3.2mm)
Item 74132 Fine Pivot Drill Bit 0.8mm (Shank Dia. 1.5mm)



- Precision cementing
Item 87188 Tamiya Multipurpose Cement (Clear)



- Present your model as it deserves to be displayed
Item 73005 Display Case D