Hobby Boss 83873 Soviet T-18 Light Tank MOD1927 1/35

Hobby Boss 83873 Soviet T-18 Light Tank MOD1927 1/35 is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the first mass-produced light tank of the Red Army in the interwar period. The model is made in the popular 1:35 scale, ensuring precise details and a great presence on the shelf of any military enthusiast.

The original T-18, also known as the MS-1, was designed for the Soviet Army starting in 1927 and entered service as the primary infantry support tank. Produced in the USSR until the early 1930s, the vehicle participated in military operations in Kazakhstan and in the Battle of Lake Khasan in 1938. Its design was inspired by the French FT-17, but it also featured unique solutions such as a 35-hp engine and armament consisting of a 37 mm Hotchkiss cannon and a machine gun.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country: USSR (Soviet Union)
• Period: 1927–1941, interwar period and early World War II
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Contents: sprues with details, decals for Soviet vehicle markings, assembly instructions
• Difficulty level: 3/5 (medium)

The Hobby Boss T-18 MOD1927 model stands out for its excellent detail reproduction—including a realistic hull, a 360° rotating turret, accurately rendered segmented tracks, and interior details. The manufacturer has also included components that make assembly easier even for less experienced modelers; the clear instructions guide you step by step through the building process.

We recommend this product to collectors of prewar vehicles as well as military modeling enthusiasts looking for unusual examples of Soviet engineering. With a moderate difficulty level, this kit is perfect for intermediate modelers wishing to expand their collection with a tank from the early years of the Red Army. The precisely crafted parts and historical value of the model also make it an excellent choice for educational dioramas and museum displays.