Russian PT-76 amphibious Tank Mod.1951

Plastic kit of a Soviet light amphibious tank PT-76 mod. 1951

• 1:35 scale
• Dimensions LxWxH (built): 215.7 x 90.2 x 78 mm
• 176 parts
• Photo-etched parts, twine and copper wire included
• rubber tracks
• Upper and lower hull manufactured using the Slide Mold process
• not built, not painted
• Paint and glue not included

The PT-76 is one of several light amphibious tanks developed and used by the Soviet Army. Although the PT-76 is lightly armored for a modern tank, its inherent amphibious capability outweighs these limitations. It has had widespread use in the Warsaw Pact and many other countries. The PT-76 carries a 76mm main gun with a maximum effective range of approximately 1,500 meters. Operated by a three man crew, the PT-76 is often used to transport troops. The fact that the commander is also the gunner and radio operator reduces his effectiveness as an observer. The PT-76 also lagged behind other Soviet armored fighting vehicles in having no night vision equipment and no NBC protection system for the three-man crew.