WWII Russian Infant./Tank Crew - 1/48
Item #32521

Adding a 4th figure set and new nationality to our popular 1/48
MM Series, this selection features Russian infantry together with

tank crewmen perfect for displaying with the 1/48 Russian T34
tank to recreate Soviet Tank troop assaults.

About the Russian Infantry and Tank Crew Set

While sustaining huge losses at the onset of war, the Russian
army was able to halt the German advance just short of Moscow
thanks largely to the strength of their tank troops. Following
concentrated artillery fire, tanks advanced in three waves with
infantry riding on the tanks of the 2nd and 3rd waves. Since the
Russian Ground Forces did not possess armored troop carriers like

halftracks and universal carriers, so-called "Motor Rifle Units"
were attached to every tank brigade to provide infantry support.
Once encountering an enemy's defensive position, tank riders
would disembark, attack the position, and then remount to proceed

with the offensive. These infantrymen spearheaded many attacks,
and suffered heavy casualties from defending fire.
About the Model
High quality, detailed 1/48 figures featuring dynamic and
realistic poses such as jumping off of tank, charging and towing
Maxim machine gun.
1 set includes 13 Russian infantry in variety of uniforms, and 2
tank crewmen.
Uniforms and equipment accurately depict late WWII era Russian
soldiers.
Extremely accurate molding depicts details such as Maxim M1910
machine gun.
Separate plastic weapons and equipment are included for added
realism.