Trumpeter 00379 PT-76 1/35 Amphibious Tracked Tank Plastic Model Kit  [TP00379]

Trumpeter 00379 PT-76 1/35 Amphibious Tank Kit Overview

This 1/35-scale plastic model recreates the Soviet PT-76 amphibious light tank as a tracked military display kit for scale modellers.

The PT-76 was developed in the late 1940s and entered service with Soviet forces as a light amphibious reconnaissance and infantry-support tank. Its welded hull and waterjet or propeller propulsion allowed river crossings and lake operations, making amphibious mobility its primary design focus. Armed with a 76mm main gun and crewed by three, the PT-76 served across Warsaw Pact units and in several export operators during the Cold War period.

The kit builds a compact representation of the hull, turret, and running gear typical of the PT-76 family. The provided vinyl tracks permit a smooth lower hull line without separate link assembly. A single photo-etched fret offers finer external detail for chosen fittings. The parts count and sprue layout support traditional glue-and-paint assembly methods common to 1/35 armour kits.

Measured model dimensions and box details are taken from the manufacturer specification. Builders should plan for standard 1/35 paint and finishing steps; decals are not listed among the provided items. Reference photos are recommended for accurate weathering and markings when applying a display finish.

A compact 1/35 representation of the PT-76 that provides a moderate parts count and basic etched detail, suitable for builders focusing on tracked amphibious subjects and cold war displays.