Hobby Boss 83873 1/35 Soviet T-18 Light Tank MOD1927 Collector Kit  [HB-83873]

Hobby Boss 83873 - 1/35 Soviet T-18 Light Tank MOD1927
Price:
CAD$25.21
Brand:
Hobby Boss
Model:
HB-83873
Condition:
Brand New
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Hobby Boss 83873 - 1/35 Soviet T-18 Light Tank MOD1927: Collector Overview

The Hobby Boss 83873 kit represents the Soviet T-18 Light Tank MOD1927 in 1/35 scale, offering a faithful interpretation of this early armored vehicle. The kit highlights the basic forms and fittings of the period and is aimed at hobbyists who appreciate interwar military subjects.

Background and Modelling Interest

The T-18, sometimes called the MS-1, was an early Soviet production tank that helped establish the foundations of later armoured development. This model focuses on the 1927 variant, allowing builders to study the design features and historical relevance of the chassis and turret layout.

Assembly Notes and Display Use

Parts are finely moulded and require careful trimming and gluing, making this kit best suited to modellers with some prior experience. When finished, the assembled model displays well on a shelf or in a case, showing the simple but distinctive characteristics of the T-18.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/35
  • Material: PS Plastic
  • Assembly Type: Requires glue
  • Paint: Not included
  • Parts Count: Detailed components
Use acrylic or enamel hobby paints in 1/35 military colours; a 00 or 0 brush is useful for fine detail and a larger flat brush for base coats. Thinned paint and an airbrush give the most authentic finish.
The kit involves small parts and careful fitting, so it is rated for intermediate modellers. Allow time for test fits, cleanup of mould lines, and precise gluing to get the best results.
A simple diorama base with period ground texture or a clear display case helps protect the model and highlights the vehicle shape. Add subtle weathering to show service wear without obscuring details.

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