Roden 814-1/35 - Holt 75 Artillery Tractor W/BL 8-inch Howitzer Plastic Model

Roden (Ukraine), the manufacturer, has produced the 1/35 scale plastic model kit code 814, which features the Holt 75 artillery tractor with a BL 8-inch howitzer. The kit is unpainted, unassembled, and does not include paints or glue. Packaged in a new box, this high-quality set offers a simple assembly process, making it suitable for both experienced modelers and beginners alike.

The Holt 75 artillery tractor has its roots in 1907, when Benjamin Holt patented the basic layout of the tractor. From this foundation, two primary models of 15 and 20-ton class tractors, the 75HP and 120HP, were developed and utilized as heavy artillery tractors during the First World War.

The BL 8-inch Howitzer mk, designed by Vickers in the UK, was produced by all four British artillery manufacturers. These howitzers were equivalent to the German 21 cm Morser 16 and, in British service, used the same 9.2-inch howitzer BL. However, they were faster to manufacture and more mobile than their German counterparts.

The kit includes frames with detailed parts, a decal (sticker) scheme for coloring the model, and step-by-step assembly instructions. This model kit will make an excellent gift for both children and advanced modelers. For children, the assembly process can help develop attention, perseverance, and attention to detail. For the experienced modeler, this kit can be a valuable addition to their collection.

The model measures 372 mm in length, ensuring a substantial and impressive final product. The high-quality components and straightforward assembly process make this Roden 1:35 scale Holt 75 artillery tractor with a BL 8-inch howitzer (RODEN 814) an appealing choice for modelers of all skill levels.

In summary, this Roden (Ukraine) plastic model kit, code 814, scale 1:35, offers a new, unassembled, and unpainted Holt 75 artillery tractor with a BL 8-inch howitzer. The kit includes all the necessary parts, decals, and instructions for a simple and enjoyable building experience, suitable for both children and experienced modelers.

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