Dragon MD008 - 1:35 IJN Type 2 Amphibious Tank Ka-Mi Combat Version

Plastic model kit of the IJN Type 2 Ka-Mi amphibious tank

This 1:35 scale Dragon kit represents the Japanese Imperial Navy Type 2 Ka-Mi amphibious tank in its combat configuration. The Ka-Mi was one of the few mass-produced amphibious tanks of World War II, specifically designed for island landing operations in the Pacific theater.

Box contents:

• plastic parts for hull and turret assembly
• components specific to the combat configuration
• running gear and track parts
• external equipment details
• decals with Japanese naval markings

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Model length: approx. 21.1 cm
• Manufacturer: Dragon
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or modeling tools. Assembly is required.

Model assembly:

The build includes assembly of the amphibious hull, turret and tracked running gear. The combat version depicts the vehicle after jettisoning its flotation pontoons, resulting in a realistic representation of the tank in land operations. The model is intended for traditional gluing and painting.

Required tools:

• modeling knife or cutters
• files or sandpaper
• paint brushes
• plastic cement
• model paints

About the Type 2 Ka-Mi:

The Type 2 Ka-Mi was a light amphibious tank developed for the Imperial Japanese Navy. Equipped with detachable flotation pontoons, it could be launched from ships and land under its own power during amphibious assaults. After landing, the pontoons were discarded and the vehicle operated as a conventional light tank. The Ka-Mi saw combat on several Pacific islands.

Original vehicle specifications:

• Length: approx. 7.4 m
• Vehicle type: amphibious tank
• Drive system: tracked

About Dragon:

Dragon is a well-known plastic model manufacturer, especially respected for its extensive range of 1:35 scale military vehicle kits, valued for detail and historical accuracy.