RUSSTAL052 Russian T-70 Light Tank (winter) Pre-Order! (1 Viewer)

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The Russian T-70 Light Tank was the 1942 replacement for the earlier T-60 variant. It was used both as an armored reconnaissance vehicle as well as for close infantry support. It was armed with a 45mm L/46 main gun and a coaxial 7.62 MG. It suffered from many of the shortcomings of other Russian tanks such as a single man turret which made coordination of multiple tanks nearly impossible as the commander had far too many responsibilities within his own vehicle. It did however play a role in the Battle of Stalingrad where its small size among the rubble allowed it a bit more freedom of movement and was relatively easily "dug-in" as a strongpoint for close infantry defense. Starting in 1943, the lighter tanks such as the T-70 were phased out and their role was taken on by the heavier T-34. They continued to see service in mobile artillery, reconnaissance, and rear echelon units moving forward. This variant features winter whitewash as would have been applied during the later stages of the battle, particularly operation Uranus.

RUSSTAL052 Russian T-70 Light Tank (winter) $199.95
Estimated Shipping May 10th

Nice month for the Stalingrad series!

Best,

Matt
First Legion

 

[FirstLegion]

One quick correction, this is actually a T70M (the view port on the driver's hatch being the primary difference).

Matt