Contains 1x Renault R-35 light tank, in 15mm.
The Renault R-35 was a light infantry support tank designed to replace its predecessor, the FT-17. It was well armoured but its Renault four-cylinder 82hp engine only achieved a top speed of 19.2km/12mph. With this limitation, it was well suited to its role supporting infantry.
The R-35 played an important role in the French rearmament programme in the 1930s and the tank equipped no less than 23 battalions by the time of the German invasion in 1940.
Armed with a 37mm SA-18 main gun and a 7.5mm co-axial machine-gun, its two-man crew was protected by up to 45mm of armour. However, the one-man turret meant the commander was responsible for locating potential targets, traversing the turret, loading and laying the gun as well as providing directions for the driver.
This item is in Very Good condition. The package is sealed. There is some shelf wear. As always, photos are of the item that you will receive.