Trumpeter 05587 Soviet JS-1 Heavy Tank – 1:35 Scale Plastic Model Kit

Trumpeter 05587 Soviet JS-1 Heavy Tank is a detailed plastic model kit replicating the Soviet heavy tank from World War II. The model is made in the popular 1:35 scale, allowing for realistic representation of vehicle details while maintaining a manageable size for display or historical dioramas. The product does not include glue or paints, so the modeller can decide on the tank’s final appearance and personalization.

JS-1 (Russian: ИС-1, Иосиф Сталин) was one of the first new-generation heavy tanks of the Red Army, named after the Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. The tank’s design was developed between 1942 and 1943, with the first units entering combat towards the end of World War II. The JS-1 tank was mainly used by the Soviet Union in battles against German Panzer tanks on the Eastern Front, serving as a response to increasingly well-armored enemy vehicles. Although quickly replaced by the newer JS-2 model, the JS-1 was a significant step in the evolution of Soviet armored weaponry, acting as both a prototype and a test platform for later combat improvements.

• Model scale: 1:35
• Operator country of the original: Soviet Union (USSR)
• Service period: World War II (1943–1944)
• Product category: Plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Set contents: sprues with parts, assembly instructions, does not include glue or paints
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate modellers

The Trumpeter 05587 model provides an accurate reproduction of the original JS-1’s details, including its distinctive turret and armor shape, complete tracks, realistic drivetrain detail, and accurately rendered armament. The kit does not include photo-etched or metal parts, but thanks to its high level of detail and precise engineering, it will satisfy both armored vehicle collectors and military history enthusiasts.

This product is especially recommended for modellers who already have some experience with 1:35 scale plastic kits—both for those looking to expand their Soviet tank collection and for World War II enthusiasts seeking authentic, historical replicas for their dioramas and displays.