Tamiya Military Model Kit
Japanese Tank Type 97 (1/35) 35075
This 1/35 scale Tamiya kit recreates the Japanese Type 97 Chi-Ha, the most widely produced Imperial Japanese Army medium tank of World War II. With highly detailed parts and accurate proportions, it is ideal for creating Pacific or Asian theatre dioramas. The model captures the distinctive sloped turret, riveted armour, and low silhouette of the original vehicle.
- Highly detailed hull and turret with rivet and panel line reproduction.
- Includes accurate 57mm main gun and secondary machine gun.
- Realistic track assembly for an authentic finish.
- Perfect companion for Japanese infantry and other Pacific War vehicles.
History: Introduced in 1938, the Type 97 Chi-Ha was the Imperial Japanese Army’s standard medium tank during the early years of WWII. Armed with a short-barrelled 57mm gun, it was effective against infantry and lightly armoured vehicles but struggled against more modern Allied tanks later in the war. It saw extensive action across China, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific islands, serving until Japan’s surrender in 1945. The Chi-Ha remains one of the most recognisable Japanese armoured vehicles of the era.
