Russian KV-2 Heavy Tank - 1/48
Item #32538

Following the release of the KV-1 Heavy Tank, Tamiya introduces a
1/48 scale model of the KV- 2 Heavy Assault tank. Based on the
same chassis and hull as the KV-1, the KV-2 features a 152mm
howitzer and a monster-sized turret to house the huge gun. This
is the latest 1/48 Russian item to join the Tank Destroyer
SU 122, T34/76 Medium Tank and Russian Infantry and Tank Crew
Set.

About the Russian KV-2
Following the creation of the KV-1 heavy tank, the Soviets
produced a variant model armed with a short-barreled 152mm
howitzer mounted in an impressively large turret. The so-called
KV-2 heavy assault tank was developed as a more heavily armed
tank, intended to target bunkers and other enemy strong points.
The tank carried 36 High Explosive rounds for its main gun, and
featured a machine gun for secondary armament. Like the KV-1, the
KV-2 featured thick armor that rendered it immune to everything
but artillery and aircraft fire, and was capable of posing a
formidable threat to the invading Germans. However, it was also
handicapped because of its heavy weight, which reduced speed and
maneuverability and contributed to a higher number of breakdowns
than the KV-1. 334 KV-2 units were built between November 1940
and November 1942, before production factories were captured or
forced to relocate due to the German advance.

About the model
Detailed 1/48 assembly model kit of the Russian KV-2 Heavy Tank.

Includes diecast chassis for added weight and realism.
Model accurately replicates 152mm howitzer and large size turret.

Gun and turret can move, and hatches on top and rear of turret
may be opened or closed.
Assembly type tracks come with straight parts made of single
pieces.
Includes 3 types of turret slogan decals.



Suggested Paint Colors

TS-2 - Dark Green
X-10 - Gun Metal
X-11 - Chrome Silver
XF-1 - Flat Black
XF-2 - Flat White
XF-56 - Metallic Grey
XF-61 - Dark Green
XF-64 - Red Brown