Hobby Boss 83824 Soviet T-30S Light Tank (1/35) – detailed plastic model of the Soviet light tank

The Hobby Boss 83824 Soviet T-30S Light Tank 1:35 scale model is an excellent choice for advanced modelers and military technology enthusiasts interested in the history of Red Army armored vehicles. The product belongs to the category of “plastic model kits” and faithfully reproduces the Soviet light reconnaissance tank from the Second World War.

Historical vehicle description

The T-30S was one of the last light reconnaissance tank models produced in the USSR at the beginning of World War II. Developed in 1940 at the GAZ factory, it was based on the earlier T-40, but featured a simplified structure and a reduced number of production components, allowing for faster and more cost-effective mass production. The T-30S was used primarily during the initial battles on the Eastern Front in 1941–1942. Equipped with a DT machine gun and light armor, it served as both infantry support and a battlefield observation vehicle, but it was unable to effectively face better-armed German units.

Hobby Boss 83824 kit details

• Scale: 1/35 – allows for accurate reproduction of vehicle details
• Country: USSR, used by the Red Army
• Period of use: World War II (1941–1942)
• Material: high quality plastic (polystyrene)
• The set includes photo-etched parts to enhance the realism and level of detail of the model
• Track elements in segment or articulated versions allow for precise undercarriage representation
• Clear, step-by-step assembly instructions facilitate model construction
• The kit does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately according to the modeler's preference

Why choose this model?

We recommend the Hobby Boss 83824 model to modelers with intermediate or higher experience due to the presence of photo-etched parts and small details. It is an excellent choice for fans of Soviet armored vehicles and for recreating dioramas from the early years of World War II. The kit guarantees a satisfying building experience and will look impressive on any collector's shelf.

Assembly difficulty level: 4/5