Flyhawk FH3000 Renault FT-17 Light Tank (Cast turret) 1+1 (1/72)

Flyhawk FH3000 Renault FT-17 Light Tank (Cast turret) 1+1 in 1/72 scale is a highly detailed plastic model kit representing the legendary French light tank Renault FT-17 with a cast turret. This is a unique set dedicated to modelers who wish to create a realistic miniature of one of the most important armored vehicles of the 20th century. The kit includes two FT-17 models – an ideal solution for hobbyists planning to expand a diorama or collection.

Renault FT-17 – History and Usage

The Renault FT-17 is a French light tank designed during World War I, with its first examples appearing on the battlefield in 1917. It was one of the first tanks with the classic construction layout featuring a rotating turret. The Renault FT-17 tank is considered groundbreaking in the history of armored weaponry—future tank designs worldwide followed its example.

• Model scale: 1/72
• User countries: France, as well as many other countries (including Poland, United States, USSR, China, Brazil)
• Historical period: World War I, interwar period, World War II
• Example of use: Renault FT-17 tanks took active part in combat at the end of World War I (Battle of the Marne, operations on the Western Front) and were widely used after the war, including by the Polish Army during the Polish–Soviet War.

Features of the Flyhawk FH3000 Set

• Material: high-quality plastic
• Box contents: two FT-17 tank models (cast turret, so-called "cast turret")
• The model does not include glue or paints
• Category: plastic model kit
• Precise surface details, reproduced suspension, weapon elements, and detailed cast turret
• Basic modeling skills and tools are recommended for assembly

Who Do We Recommend Flyhawk FH3000 Renault FT-17 For?

This set is ideal for intermediate and advanced modelers, as well as beginners looking for their first experience with armored vehicles from World War I. The 1/72 scale allows for quick building of an impressive collection. Thanks to the high level of detail reproduction, this model is also perfect for expanding historical dioramas.

Difficulty level: 2/5

Flyhawk FH3000 Renault FT-17 is a model worth recommending for every military history enthusiast and fan of 1/72 scale armored models. It's also an excellent choice for collectors and historical reenactment enthusiasts.