Tamiya 1:35 Russian Self-propelled Gun SU-76M

The Tamiya 1:35 Russian SU-76M Self-Propelled Gun is a plastic scale model kit of the Soviet SU-76M, a widely used World War II light self-propelled artillery vehicle designed for infantry support.

About the vehicle

The real SU-76M was one of the most produced Soviet self-propelled guns of WWII, designed to provide mobile artillery support and light anti-tank capability.

Key characteristics of the real vehicle:

• 76.2mm ZIS-3 divisional gun

• light armour with open-topped fighting compartment

• based on a modified light tank chassis

• crew of 4–5

• used extensively on the Eastern Front (1943–45)

• valued for mobility, simplicity, and reliability

• effective in infantry support and indirect fire roles

Despite its light protection, it became a very important Soviet battlefield support vehicle.

About the model kit

The Tamiya 1:35 SU-76M is a classic armour kit representing this simple but historically significant Soviet vehicle.

Typical features include:

• 1:35 scale plastic SPG kit

• accurately moulded hull and open fighting compartment

• detailed 76.2mm gun assembly

• realistic suspension and track system

• simplified interior due to open design

• optional stowage or equipment details (depending on boxing)

• decal markings for Soviet Red Army units

The kit is designed for straightforward assembly and diorama flexibility.

Key features

✔ 1:35 scale Soviet WWII self-propelled gun
✔ SU-76M light SPG variant
✔ 76.2mm divisional gun detail
✔ Open-topped fighting compartment
✔ Accurate suspension and chassis design
✔ Red Army marking options included

Typical build use

This kit is ideal for:

• Eastern Front WWII dioramas

• Red Army infantry support scenes

• Soviet armoured vehicle collections

• combined arms battlefield displays

• beginner-to-intermediate armour modelling

Skill level

Beginner to Intermediate

Suitable for:

• modellers new to Soviet armour

• hobbyists interested in WWII Eastern Front vehicles

• builders focused on weathering and diorama storytelling

Ideal for

• Soviet WWII armour enthusiasts

• Red Army collectors

• 1:35 scale AFV modellers

• Eastern Front diorama builders

• Tamiya military kit fans

Summary

The Tamiya 1:35 SU-76M is a detailed model of one of the Soviet Union’s most important light self-propelled guns, representing a simple but highly effective artillery vehicle that played a major role on the Eastern Front.