Tamiya 1:35 JGSDF Type 61

The kit proposed by Tamiya company includes a plastic model kit of Japanese main battle tank in 1:35 scale.

The Tamiya kit allows building the model of the Japanese first generation tank of the 1960s, Type 61 with the commander. The box contains a hull element, 4 frames with tank parts, rubber tracks, a metal front axle, towing ropes, and decals (allow reconstruction of the vehicle from 3, 4, 8 or 10th Battalion 8th Armored Division).

Plastic parts should be cut out of frames, fit together and glued according to the assembly instruction. You should paint the whole model using modeling paints according to the proposed paint scheme in the instruction. It is important to remember that some plastic parts require painting before gluing. In the end, it is needed to apply decals according to markings or graphics in instruction.

Paints suggested by the manufacturer for the best effect:

Vehicle:

• Tamiya XF-52, XF-65 (armor, camouflage)
• Tamiya XF-1 (bandage of wheels)
• Tamiya XF-49 (cannon running)
• Tamiya XF-56 (metal sapper tools)
• Tamiya XF-57 (wooden toolbox parts)
• Tamiya X-10 (HMG, towing rope)

Crew:

• Tamiya XF-5 + XF-14, XF-52, XF-62 (uniform and helmet, camouflage)
• Tamiya XF-1 (shoes, headphones)
• Tamiya XF-62 (belt, sleeves)
• Tamiya XF-15 (skin)

Set contains:

• The assembly instruction.
• Frames with plastic parts.
• Decals.
• Rubber tracks.
• Metal elements.
• Crew member.
• String.

Kit does NOT contain paints and glue.

Here are the basic tools and materials you need:

• Pilers for cutting plastic parts.
• Modeling penknife.
• File or sandpaper.
• Cement for plastic models.
• Brush or airbrush.
• Modeling paints.

If you are not sure of any accessories or colors of paints you need for your model kit, please ask us, we will be glad to help you.