Soviet T-28 Medium Tank (Welded), 1/35 - Hobby Boss 83852

The Soviet T-28 Medium Tank (Welded) Hobby Boss 83852 scale model reproduces at 1/35 a Soviet medium tank in its welded-structure version. This plastic kit to be assembled depicts one of the multi-turret armored vehicles used by the Soviet Union before and during the first years of the Second World War.

The T-28 tank

The T-28 is a Soviet medium tank designed to support infantry and advance against defensive positions. Its silhouette is distinguished by a main turret paired with two small secondary turrets at the front of the hull. This characteristic layout makes it a particularly interesting subject for a collection of Soviet armored vehicles from the interwar period and the early stages of the conflict.

The Hobby Boss model

Reference 83852 is an injection-molded plastic kit at the 1/35 scale. Once assembled, the model measures 214 mm in length and 82 mm in width. The kit includes photo-etched parts as well as tracks made up of individual links, allowing you to work carefully on the depiction of the running gear.

The turrets, upper hull and lower hull benefit from multi-part molding. Decals and an illustrated instruction sheet are included with the elements needed for assembly.

Assembly and finishing

As with any 1/35 scale armored vehicle model, careful preparation of the parts, appropriate gluing for the plastic, and light sanding of the assembly points help achieve a clean finish. Applying a primer before painting makes it easier to achieve uniform colors and to highlight the relief details. The individual track links also provide an interesting base for a detailed weathering effect, with dust, earth or wear depending on the scene you choose.

Technical characteristics

• Brand: Hobby Boss
• Reference: 83852
• Type: Soviet medium tank model kit to be assembled
• Subject: T-28 Medium Tank, welded version
• Scale: 1/35
• Material: injection-molded plastic
• Overall length (assembled): 214 mm
• Overall width (assembled): 82 mm
• Included parts: photo-etch, tracks with individual links, decals and illustrated instruction sheet

Complementary products

Assembly requires the usual supplies for static model making: plastic glue, side cutters, a modeling knife, fine abrasives, paints, and brushes or an airbrush. A primer, putty and weathering products can further support preparation and finishing of the armored vehicle.