Designed as a breakthrough tank with armor that could withstand the fearsome German 88mm gun and an armament that could take on the Tiger and Panther tanks, the JS-2 (named after Joseph Stalin, IS-2 Iosif Stalin in the original Russian) entered service in 1944. Armed with a massive A-19 122mm main gun and up to 120mm of armor in vital areas, the JS-2 was a very formidable weapon that was better in every way than its predecessor, the KV-1. The Model 1944 is easily distinguished by its unique muzzle brake and sloped front glacis armor. About the model: Thorough research have resulted in precise reproductions of the muzzle brake, sloped front glacis, and other parts unique to the Model 1944. Photo-etched parts included to depict engine intake grille for added detail. Both belt-type and assembly-type tracks included to provide more build options for modelers. 1 commander figure and 1 loader torso figure included. Paint colors needed: TS-28 Olive Drab, X-10 Gun Metal, X-11 Chrome Silver, X-18 Semi Gloss Black, XF-15 Flat Flesh, XF-2 Flat White, XF-24 Dark Grey, XF-49 Khaki, XF-56 Metallic Grey, and XF-64 Red Brown.  | This plastic model kit requires plastic cement and paint for assembly, and they are sold separately. | | The photo-etched/metal parts require super glue and paint for assembly, and they are sold separately. |
| WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD! Small parts. Not intended for children under 3 years of age. | | Product image and description is provided by the manufacturer, and is as accurate as possible. Some details of the product may be subject to change without notice (graphics, decoration, wheel color, etc.). eHobbies is not responsible for these changes, as it does not alter the function or value of the product. |
| Model length 11.1 inches. |
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