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PLA Gongchen Tank (Smart Kit) (1:35)

By: Dragon Models

Type: Scale Model

Product Line: Dragon Models - Modern Armor

Last Stocked on 8/12/2024

Product Info

Title
PLA Gongchen Tank (Smart Kit) (1:35)
Publisher
Sub-category
Publish Year
2018
Dimensions
15x9.75x2.75"
NKG Part #
2147877625
MFG. Part #
DRA6880
Type
Scale Model

Description

It's a limited-edition kit of the "Gongchen" tank, the very first tank used by the People's Liberation Army (PLA). This specific Type 97 w/Shinhoto (new turret) tank was captured from the Japanese in 1945. It later saw combat against Kuomintang troops in the Chinese Civil War and it was chosen to lead a victory parade in Tiananmen Square on Oct 1, 1949. Even today the "Gongchen" tank, whose Chinese name roughly means "Heroic", is housed in a Beijing museum.

This 1/35 scale model is a hybrid that makes use of the chassis and hull from Dragon's existing Type 97, combining it with the Shinhoto turret from Japanese maker. For modelers wishing to own an important slice of Chinese and PLA history, this kit is a fine selection. However, customers will have to be quick as it will be available for only a limited time.

Models are supplied unpainted and some assembly may be required.