Tamiya 25212 - 1/48 Ilyushin IL-2 Shturmovik & GAZ-67B Combo Kit for Scale Modellers  [25212]

Tamiya 25212 1/48 IL-2 and GAZ-67B kit overview

This dual kit from Tamiya presents the Ilyushin IL-2 ground attacker alongside the compact GAZ-67B field car, offering historians and modellers a pair of complementary subjects in 1/48 scale. Both kits focus on authentic proportions and assembly detail suited to experienced builders.

Role in wartime operations and model relevance

The IL-2 Shturmovik was a mainstay of Soviet ground-attack missions in World War II, valued for its rugged construction and anti-armor capability. The GAZ-67B served as a light utility vehicle, powered by a 3,280cc engine rated at about 54 horsepower, and was widely used for transport and liaison roles.

Kit detail and parts breakdown

Ilyushin IL-2 Shturmovik

• Scale - 1/48
• Length - 243 mm
• Wingspan - 305 mm
• Detailed two-seat cockpit interior
• Includes a range of ordnance parts, two crew figures and three marking schemes
• Masking stickers supplied to assist canopy painting

GAZ-67B Field Car

• Scale - 1/48
• Underbody detailing with leaf-spring suspension and exhaust pipe
• Decals include number plates and extra markings
• Includes one driver figure

Assembly notes and display considerations

Builders will find precise fitting and multiple small parts that demand patience and care. When assembled and finished, the models make strong display pieces that reflect careful research and kit engineering.