Dragon Models 1:72 Armor Collector Series 60429
Mitsubishi Type 97 Chi-Ha Display Model
IJA 1st Tank Rgt, #32, Malaya, 1942 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Mitsubishi Type 97 Chi-Ha | | 3" | | 1.25" |
One area where the Chi-Ha was deployed was Malaya from December 1941 through to the fall of Singapore in February 1942. Three Japanese tank regiments saw combat on the Malay peninsular as Japanese forces quickly moved south, and Dragon Armor's model depicts a tank belonging to the 3rd Tank Company of the 1st Tank Regiment. This regiment had a total of 31 Type 97 tanks, as well as some lighter Type 95s during this campaign. As well as being an Early-Production version, what stands out most on this model is the colorful camouflage scheme consisting of three colors plus bright bands of yellow. Company-level tactical markings are painted onto the turret and hull too. This attractive item allows collectors to field another Japanese tank in addition to the previously released Type 95 Ha-Go and Type 97 Chi-Ha Late Production.
Designed to replace the Type 89 in the infantry support role, the Type 97 prototype was completed in 1937 and the type entered full-scale production in 1938. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Dragon's 1:72 scale Chi-Ha Tank is constructed almost entirely of die-cast plastic, which allows for the greatest possible level of detailing. The rotating turret features a fixed main gun, rear facing machine gun and a delicate semi-circular antenna mounted on top. Battlefield equipment such as a jack, a shovel and a pick are separately mounted at the rear of the hull. Each of the top mounted engine exhaust muffler are fitted with a fine photo-etched metal heat-shield. Additional features include fine scale rivet head details on the top and underside and a clear view of the bell-crank suspension system through the vehicle's tracks.
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The Dragon Models "1:72 Dragon Armor Collector Series" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made plastic models of military vehicles. Dragon Armor tanks require no glueing or painting. Each model is an instant display piece or diorama centerpiece straight from the box and is 100% true to scale... these don't look like model tanks, they look like tanks!. Color, camouflage and unit markings are carefully researched for Maximum authenticity, marking the difference between and authentic scale model tank and a "toy" tank.
Dragon Models "1:72 Dragon Armor Collector Series" display model vehicles feature:
- Molded plastic construction (some releases include diecast metal components).
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks and detailed non-rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
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