Hobby Boss 82493 Soviet T-24 Medium Tank (1/35)

Hobby Boss 82493 Soviet T-24 Medium Tank in 1/35 scale is an extremely detailed plastic model kit designed for enthusiasts of Soviet armored vehicles from the interwar period. This model is a faithful miniature of one of the rarest and most unusual medium tanks ever introduced into the service of the Red Army. The product does not include glue or paints, allowing the modeler to individually select the necessary accessories and modeling tools according to their own preferences.

Scale, material, and product category

• Scale: 1/35 – model intended for advanced detail reproduction.
• Category: Plastic model kit.
• Material: High-quality plastic (polystyrene).
• The kit includes plastic parts, photo-etched elements, and rubber tracks for maximum realism.

Historical background and application

The T-24 medium tank was designed in the USSR at the end of the 1920s at the Kharkov Locomotive Works (ChPZ). It was one of the first Soviet medium tanks intended to strengthen the offensive potential of the Red Army after the civil war. Only 24 units of this vehicle were produced in total, making it a unique tank.

The T-24 was mainly used for training and parade purposes between 1931 and 1941, and to a limited extent in the defense of Kharkov during World War II. Its distinctive silhouette with a turret, side turrets, and tracked drive has fascinated military technology enthusiasts to this day.

Why is this model worth having?

• This model is an excellent choice for modelers interested in Soviet armored history and the interwar period.
• Rich detail, realistic reproduction of riveting, suspension, and turret details.
• The kit includes clear decals and photo-etched parts for making fine details.
• An excellent starting point for a diorama project or a collection of Soviet armored vehicles.

Difficulty level and recommendations

• Assembly difficulty level: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the number of small parts and photo-etched elements.

This is a unique model that will satisfy every enthusiast of Soviet military history. Ideal both as a collectible and for the modeling workshop, it enables the development of precise assembly and painting skills.