{"product_id":"26644-ibg-72041-type-89-japanese-medium-tank-otsu-diesel-172","title":"IBG 72041 TYPE 89 Japanese Medium tank OTSU-diesel 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eIBG 72041 TYPE 89 Japanese Medium tank OTSU-diesel 1\/72\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eIBG 72041 TYPE 89 Japanese Medium tank OTSU-diesel 1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e model is a detailed miniature of the Japanese medium tank \u003cstrong\u003eType 89 Otsu\u003c\/strong\u003e in the popular 1:72 scale. This set belongs to the category of \u003cstrong\u003eplastic model kits\u003c\/strong\u003e and is aimed both at experienced modelers and ambitious beginners interested in the military history of the Far East.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background and Use of the Type 89 Otsu Tank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Type 89 Otsu (Japanese name: 八九式中戦車 乙型, Ha-kyū-shiki chū-sensha Otsu-gata) was the cornerstone of the Japanese armored forces during the \u003cstrong\u003einterwar period\u003c\/strong\u003e and throughout \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/strong\u003e. It was produced by \u003cstrong\u003eJapan\u003c\/strong\u003e at the turn of the 1920s and 1930s. The Otsu version was equipped with a modern at the time \u003cstrong\u003ediesel engine\u003c\/strong\u003e, which set it apart from many other designs worldwide.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Type 89 took part in the \u003cstrong\u003eSino-Japanese wars\u003c\/strong\u003e in the 1930s, during the \u003cstrong\u003eMukden Incident\u003c\/strong\u003e and battles in Manchuria, as well as in the initial campaigns of World War II in the Pacific, where it was used by the Imperial Japanese Army to support infantry and fight light fortifications.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eFeatures of the IBG 72041 Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1:72\u003c\/strong\u003e – allowing the creation of elaborate dioramas and vehicle collections from World War II.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTheater of operations: Second Sino-Japanese War, Manchuria, early stage of World War II.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003ePlastic\u003c\/strong\u003e – easy to work with and paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHighly detailed components – clearly defined rivets, covers, suspension, and the original tank silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eModel for self-assembly and painting – includes instructions, paints and glue not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMany possibilities for further upgrading – compatible with aftermarket accessories (metal barrels, photo-etched parts, track marking sets).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: \u003cstrong\u003eIBG Models\u003c\/strong\u003e – a renowned brand guaranteeing high quality historical model reproductions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eRecommendation and Difficulty Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We especially recommend the \u003cstrong\u003eIBG 72041 TYPE 89 Otsu diesel 1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e model to modelers interested in vehicles used during Asian conflicts and collectors of Japanese armored weaponry. The product offers a satisfying building experience thanks to its detailed components and the interesting history of the vehicle. We rate the difficulty level as \u003cstrong\u003e2\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning that both intermediate and more advanced modelers looking for an interesting and uncommon kit will be able to enjoy it.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"IBG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720463307086,"sku":"IBGG72041","price":52.17,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/1a23f8b8ea592de65d14de851430be27.jpg?v=1755500209","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.pl\/en\/products\/26644-ibg-72041-type-89-japanese-medium-tank-otsu-diesel-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}