Flyhawk 3018 - 1:72 Finnish BT-42 Assault Gun

Flyhawk 3018 – 1:72 Finnish BT-42 Assault Gun

This plastic model kit represents the Finnish BT-42 assault gun used during World War II. The vehicle was a Finnish modification combining the chassis of a captured Soviet BT-7 tank with a British 114 mm QF 4.5-inch howitzer. Although not very effective in combat, the BT-42 became a symbol of Finnish ingenuity during the Continuation War. This 1:72 scale kit from Flyhawk offers highly detailed parts and an accurate reproduction of this unique vehicle.

Kit includes:

• Plastic parts to build the BT-42 model
• Photo-etched detail parts
• Decals
• Assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 7.5 cm
• Manufacturer: Flyhawk
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: Glue, paints, and modeling tools are not included. This kit is intended for self-assembly.

Model building tips:

Thanks to its finely detailed parts and photo-etched components, the BT-42 model is ideal for hobbyists seeking a unique and historical subject in compact scale. Some modeling experience is recommended.

Recommended tools and supplies:

• Model knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Plastic glue
• Fine brushes
• Paints according to the instructions
• Optional: CA glue for photo-etched parts

About the BT-42 assault gun:

The BT-42 was a Finnish World War II assault gun developed by mounting a British QF 4.5-inch (114 mm) howitzer on the chassis of a captured Soviet BT-7 tank. Used during the Continuation War against the USSR, the BT-42 proved inadequate in anti-tank roles but remains one of the most distinctive armored vehicles of the Finnish forces.

Technical data of the original vehicle:

• Length: approx. 5.5 m
• Crew: 4
• Armament: QF 4.5-inch (114 mm) howitzer
• Engine: Mikulin M-17T gasoline engine, 500 hp