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| | Code: HM-HG1101 
Status: Sold out - Discontinued
We regret this item is no longer available for sale. Please see the product description for links to similar items we still have available. | Hobby Master 1:48 Ground Power Series HG1101
JS-2 Heavy Tank Diecast Model
Soviet Army 7th Independent Guards, #414 "Combat Friends", Berlin, Germany, 1945 |
| 1:48 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| JS-2 Heavy Tank | | 8" | | 2.5" |
In 1945 Berlin JS-2s like #414 of the 7th Independent Guards Heavy Tank Brigade were to destroy any opposition and help capture the Reichstag and other key buildings. The 7th were referred to as the "White Bears" as indicated by the insignia on the turret. This tank is from the 104th Regiment, 1st Company and 4th vehicle with an inscription that reads "Combat Friends". Desinged as a heavy tank with thick armour to counter German 88mm guns, the JS-2 (more correctly called IS-2 after its namesake Iosef Stalin) entered production in 1943. Experience with the KV series of heavy tanks led the designers to place an emphasis on speed and firepower. The latter requirement was met by the use of a 122mm A-19 gun firing high explosive rounds that could take on fortified positions in addition to being a capable anti-personnel weapon. The large shells however, resulted in a slow rate of fire which limited it's ability to engage enemy tanks. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Hobby Master "1:48 Ground Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles. Hobby Master "1:48 Ground Power Series" diecast vehicles feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Selected opening hatches.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks on 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.
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