Tamiya 37028 - 1/35 West German M47 Patton Tank Model Kit - Cold War display build  [37028]

Tamiya M47 Patton 1/35 West German Kit Overview

The M47 Patton was introduced in 1951 as a development of the M46 Patton and became a mainstay of early Cold War armour. This Tamiya kit reflects the vehicle that used an 810hp gasoline engine and could reach around 48 km/h. Its L/50 rifled gun and stereoscopic rangefinder were notable features, and the model represents the versions adopted by Germany in the mid-1950s.

Cold War Background and Modelling Interest

The M47 played a key role in NATO forces across Western Europe, and its arrival in German service marked a major step in post-war rearmament. Model builders will appreciate the kit's attention to period details like smoke dischargers and rain guards that were seen on German examples.

Assembly Challenge and Finished Display

This 1/35 scale kit is aimed at hobbyists who enjoy careful assembly and accurate detailing. The build process is rewarding and produces a substantial display model that complements other Cold War era armour on a shelf or diorama base.