Hobby Boss 83835 GCT 155mm AU-F1 SPH Based on T-72 (1/35)

This 1/35 scale plastic model kit, depicting the GCT 155mm AU-F1 self-propelled howitzer mounted on a T-72 chassis, is one of the most detailed and historically accurate models in the Hobby Boss lineup. This model is aimed at advanced modelers and enthusiasts of modern self-propelled artillery.

The original GCT 155mm AU-F1 is a French self-propelled howitzer developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s as a key artillery system for the French army, also exported to Egypt and Iraq. The AU-F1 version on a T-72 chassis represents a unique combination of Western artillery technology with a Soviet armored platform, used primarily by the Iraqi armed forces. Such vehicles saw combat during the Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988) and Operation Desert Storm in 1991, showcasing their firepower and mobility in real combat operations.

The Hobby Boss 83835 kit is made from the highest quality plastic with attention to historical and technical details. The model features faithfully reproduced structural components, such as the complex turret, detailed armor, realistic 155mm gun, and provides the option to assemble various optional details. The kit does not include glue or paint, allowing the modeler full freedom in color selection and painting effects.

• Scale: 1/35 – ideal for modelers who appreciate realism and detail.
• Countries of use: France, Egypt, Iraq.
• Period of use: 1980s, Middle Eastern wars, modern times.
• Material: high-quality plastic.
• Product type: plastic assembly model kit.
• The set does not include accessories such as a metal barrel or photo-etched parts, but impresses with the precision of its plastic components.
• High-quality reproduction of the mechanical details of the chassis and turret.
• Difficulty level: 4/5 – intended for advanced modelers; requires experience and patience when assembling the complex suspension and turret details.
• Recommended for building dioramas of Middle Eastern conflict periods; an excellent addition to any collection of modern artillery or armored vehicles.

The Hobby Boss 83835 GCT 155mm AU-F1 SPH Based on T-72 (1/35) model is an excellent choice for collectors, experienced modelers, and military technology enthusiasts who value faithful reproduction of real combat vehicles and the ability to create unique historical displays.