BT7 Fast Tank (Model 1937)
The BT Series was based on 2 Christie tanks purchased from the USA in 1931. These were designated as the BT1 with the first series production of the new Fast Tank being ready in 1932 as the BT2 armed with a 37mm gun. Further development produced the BT3 and BT4 and in 1933 the BT5 was developed incorporating numerous changes but most importantly with a new 45mm gun in an enlarged turret. In 1935 further improvements resulted in the Model 1935, also known as the BT7-1, which had a new engine and a welded, redesigned hull. In 1937, further improvements led to a new conical shaped turret with sloping armour and twin-horn periscopes being fitted and redesignated as the BT7 (Model 1937) aka BT7-2.These tanks would Cthe brief hostilities with Japan in Manchuria in 1938 and in the Winter War of 1940 against Finland. They also participated in the Soviet-German partition of Poland in 1939.
- SKU: BR004
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The BT Series was based on 2 Christie tanks purchased from the USA in 1931. These were designated as the BT1 with the first series production of the new Fast Tank being ready in 1932 as the BT2 armed with a 37mm gun. Further development produced the BT3 and BT4 and in 1933 the BT5 was developed incorporating numerous changes but most importantly with a new 45mm gun in an enlarged turret. In 1935 further improvements resulted in the Model 1935, also known as the BT7-1, which had a new engine and a welded, redesigned hull. In 1937, further improvements led to a new conical shaped turret with sloping armour and twin-horn periscopes being fitted and redesignated as the BT7 (Model 1937) aka BT7-2.These tanks would Cthe brief hostilities with Japan in Manchuria in 1938 and in the Winter War of 1940 against Finland. They also participated in the Soviet-German partition of Poland in 1939.
- Unit of SaleSingle Unit
- Assembly StatusUnassembled Kit
- Scale1:76
- Age Level17 Years & Up
- Skill Level3 – Intermediate
- ThemeMilitaria
We ship to all countries World Wide. If you receive an error message "No shipping location available" or similar, please contact us directly by e-mail (info@milicast.com) and we shall assist. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Shipments outside the UK may be subject to Duty & Taxes from the government of the destination country. Payment of Duty & Taxes are the responsibility of the customer.
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All Goods remain the property of Milicast Model Company until paid for in full. Goods may only be returned by prior arrangement at the recipients' expense. Delivery and insurance charges are non-refundable. Claims for damaged/missing items should be made within seven days of receipt.
Any products purchased 'second hand’, (without proof of direct Milicast Model Company supply, or supply from an Milicast Model Company approved dealer, shop or agent), or any products part assembled or part worked on in any way, are not covered by this returns policy. Under these circumstances no returns will be accepted, however we may quote for the supply of parts to restore the product to full inventory.
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