Product Introduction
PLATZ/MONO Dragon 1/35 Tanks of the World WWII Japanese Army Type 97 Chi-Ha Medium Tank (Early Production) with Camouflage Masking Stickers (MD007MS)
This 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit recreates the Type 97 medium tank, developed by the Japanese Army during World War II, joining the Tanks of the World series, a new standard for Japanese military models.
This kit includes special masking stickers cut to the shape of the yellow stripe, which obscures the Type 97's distinctive silhouette and stance, ensuring accurate painting.
Finishing touches are easily achieved.
The kit uses slide molds for each component, ensuring both shape and ease of assembly.
The lower hull is a single piece for reliable assembly.
The suspension, road wheels, and drive wheels are delicately finished, while the tracks are partially assembled.
Each component is modeled in detail, including the spring parts, which are recreated using slide molds to recreate the Type 97's unique suspension mechanism.
The unique shape of the upper hull is molded in one piece using a three-way slide mold.
The engine deck ventilator cover is also a separate part, achieving a delicate finish.
The asymmetrical turret is modeled in one piece using a four-way slide mold, capturing every detail from shape to finish.
Enjoy this masterpiece kit with peace of mind, complete with Japanese instructions.
Reproduce the Type 97 medium tank used by the Japanese Army in World War II.
Parts are manufactured by Dragon.
Modeled after the early model officially adopted in 1937 (Showa 12).
Includes masking stickers for easy painting of the yellow hull stripes.
The tracks are partially assembled, allowing for easy and realistic reproduction of natural sagging.
Slide molds are used for each part, ensuring both shape and ease of assembly.
This product is a plastic model that requires assembly and painting.
Separate adhesives, tools, paints, etc. are required for assembly and painting.
"Plastic Model" is a registered trademark of the Japan Plastic Model Industrial Cooperative.
This product does not include adhesives, paints, tools, batteries, etc.
Safety Warning
Not applicable
Plastic model requires assembly and painting. Adhesives, tools, paints, etc. may be purchased separately.
1/35 scale unpainted plastic assembly kit
Completed size: Approximately 160mm in length
Modeled after the early model officially introduced in 1937 (Showa 12)
Includes masking stickers for convenient painting of the yellow stripes on the hull.