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Fiat M13/40
Country	Italy
Type	Medium Tank
Production	1940-1941
Description	Album of 61 photos walk-around of a «Fiat M13/40»

Photo Gallery of a Fiat M13/40, The Fiat-Ansaldo M13/40 was an Italian World War II tank designed to replace the Fiat L3, the Fiat L6/40 and the Fiat M11/39 in the Italian Army at the start of World War II. It was the main tank the Italians used throughout the war. The design was influenced by the British Vickers 6-Ton and was based on the modified chassis of the earlier Fiat M11/39. M11/39 production was cut short in order to get the M13/40 into production. The name refers to “M” for Medio (medium) according to the Italian tank weight standards at the time, 13 tonnes was the scheduled weight, and 1940 the initial year of production.

Source: Wikipedia

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Six Ton Tank M1917
Country	USA
Type	Light Tank
Production	950 (1918-1919)
Description	Album of 179 photos walk-around of a «Six Ton Tank M1917»

Photo Gallery of a Six Ton Tank M1917, The Six Ton Tank M1917 was the USA’s first mass-produced tank. It was a license-built near-copy of the French Renault FT, and was accepted by the army in October 1918. The US Army ordered approximately 4,440 M1917s between 1918 and 1919, receiving about 950 before cancelling the contract. None reached Europe in time to participate in World War I.

Source: Wikipedia

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Airfix
Ref	A50163
Type	Model Kit
Scale	1/32
Topic	WWI Old Bill Bus Gift Set

A model of the brand Airfix the kit : WWI Old Bill Bus Gift Set – Airfix A50163.

The British Army of 1914 lacked motorised transport, so following the outbreak of war and by the time of the First Battle of Ypres, the War Office had commandeered a number of London buses along with their drivers. These soon became known as ‘Old Bill Buses‘ with a reference to Bairnsfather’s Old Bill character.

Source: WWI Old Bill Bus Gift Set on Airfix

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37mm Polish AT Gun wz.36 - Ace Models 72533

Ace Models
Ref	72533
Type	Artillery
Scale	1/72
Topic	Polish Anti-Tank Gun Wz.36

The gun was initially designed by Swedish manufacturer Bofors, mainly for export purposes. Licensed copies were produced Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands and Poland. Poland bought 300 guns in Sweden as wz.36. and hundreds more were produced by SMPzA (Stowarzyszenie Mechanikow Polskich z Ameryki) in Pruszkow, some of them exported. When World War II began, the Polish Army had 1,200 pieces. A tank variant, designated wz.37, was mounted in 7TP (single-turret version.

Source: ACE Models

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Zvezda
Ref	9043
Type	Model kit
Scale	1/350
Topic	WWII Destroyer Z-17

A model of the brand Zvezda the kit: WWII Destroyer Z-17 – Zvezda 9043his Type 1936 class destroyer was named for a German naval officer killed during World War I. During the early part of World War II, the Diether von Roeder was involved in patrolling and mining the Skagerrak—the straits between Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The ship took part in the German invasion of Norway in 1940. In April, it engaged a group of British destroyers in the Battle of Narvik, damaging the HMS Cossack. The battle ended in a defeat for the German Navy, and the Diether von Roeder had to be scuttled on April 13 after suffering irreparable damage. The Diether von Roeder was 123 m long with a beam of 11.8 m and a displacement of 2,400 tons. It was armed with five 5-inch guns, 10 AA guns, and two torpedo tubes. The crew numbered 325 men and officers, and was commanded by Kapitänleutnant Erich Holtorf.

Source: Zvezda

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Zvezda
Ref	7015
Type	Model kit
Scale	1/144
Topic	Tupolev Tu-95

A model of the brand Zvezda the kit: Tupolev Tu-95 – Zvezda 7015.

The Tupolev Tu-95 bomber, nicknamed “Bear” by NATO, was the most successful strategic bomber of the Soviet Union. The plane entered service in 1956. The design proved so reliable, that it continues to serve in the Russian Air Force to this day. The Tu-95 is powered by four enormous Kuznetsov engines, delivering over 12,000 horsepower each. These engines are so powerful that a variant on the design, the Tu-114, holds the world record for the fastest propeller-driven aircraft. This is the only turboprop-powered strategic bomber still in use today. This iconic plane of the Cold War can be modified to serve a variety of combat roles, including maritime patrol, cruise missile deployment, and even delivery of nuclear payloads.

Source: Zvezda

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Panhard EBR Armoured Car
Country	France
Type	Armoured Car
Produced	1951-1960
Built	1200

Photo gallery of a Panhard EBR Armoured Car, The Panhard EBR (Panhard Engin Blindé de Reconnaissance, French: Armored Reconnaissance Vehicle) is an armoured car designed by Panhard for the French Army and later used across the globe, notably by the French Army during the Algerian War and the Portuguese Army during the Portuguese Colonial War in Angola, Mozambique and Guinea-Bissau.

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Zvezda
Ref	7408
Type	Model kit
Scale	1/144
Topic	Apache

A model of the brand Zvezda the kit: Apache – Zvezda 7408.

The Apache was designed to serve as an anti-tank and close combat attack aircraft. It is equipped with a 30mm chain gun and can mount four additional weapon systems on its stub wings—typically Hellfire missiles and Hydra rocket pods. A nose-mounted sensor suite provides targeting and night fighting capability. Suitable for use with Hot War! This kit includes one plastic model of a US attack helicopter with a plastic mounting stand and decals. Model measures 10.5 cm in length. Includes unit card for use with the Hot War game.

Source: Zvezda

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Zvezda
Ref	7406
Type	Model kit
Scale	1/100
Topic	Bradley

A model of the brand Zvezda the kit: Bradley – Zvezda 7406.

Suitable for use with Hot War The Bradley Fighting Vehicle (or BFV) was named for the United State’s European Field Commander during World War II, Omar Bradley. It was developed as a response to the Soviet BMP series, and was intended as a troop transport and scout vehicle. The vehicle mounted a 25mm chain gun and twin launchers designed to fire wire-guided TOW anti-tank missiles. A 7.62mm machinegun rounded out the vehicle’s armament. The Bradley used aluminum armor, reinforced with steel skirts and laminate belts for protection. It has a crew of three and can transport up to six soldier and gear. When the U.S. developed the BFV, it needed to have good maneuverability cross-country and enough speed to maintain formations with the new Abrams tanks, while providing protection and fire support for a squad of infantry. The competing needs of the design led to numerous development delays and cost overruns. As a result, the BFV did not enter use until 1981, almost 20 years after design work began

Source: Zvezda

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Мi-24V Soviet Attack Helicopter - Zvezda 7403

Zvezda
Ref	7403
Type	Model kit
Scale	1/100
Topic	Мi-24V Soviet Attack Helicopter

A model of the brand Zvezda the kit: Мi-24V Soviet Attack Helicopter.

The Mil MI-24 is a large helicopter gunship and low-capacity transport manufactured at the Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant. It was given the nickname “Hind” by NATO, and has been in operation since 1972 for the Soviet Union and more than 30 other countries. Soviet pilots called the MI-24 the “flying tank” because of its formidable armor and weaponry. This versatile vehicle could be used as a transport, carrying up to eight soldiers, though frequently it would be used in a strictly fire support role. MI-24s could be equipped with a variety of weapons as needed for close air support, anti-tank, or aerial combat operations thanks to the six hardpoints mounted on its stub wings. The Hind was built for speed, with a top speed of 200 mph and a range of 100 miles. Suitable for use with Hot War! This kit includes one plastic model of a Soviet attack helicopter with a plastic mounting stand and decals. Model measures 12 cm in length. Includes unit card for use with the Hot War game.