Tamiya 36316 - 1:16 JGSDF Tank Crew

Plastic figure set – JGSDF tank crewman in 1:16 scale

Tamiya 36316 depicts a modern tank crewman of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF). The figure is reproduced in the uniform and gear typical of modern Japanese tank crews. The set makes an excellent complement to models of modern Japanese armoured vehicles in 1:16 scale.

What's in the box:

• Tank-crew figure parts for assembly
• Tank-crew uniform and headgear parts
• Illustrated assembly and painting instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:16
• Item number: 36316
• Manufacturer: Tamiya
• Series: 1/16 World Figure
• Assembled height: approx. 11–12 cm (depending on the pose)

Note: glue, paints and modelling tools are not included. The model is intended for self-assembly and painting.

Building the model:

It is best to build the figure from subassemblies (torso, limbs, head and gear separately), hiding the parting lines with putty and smoothing them gently before painting. Paint the face and hands separately, and the uniform and gear in layers, from base colours up to highlights. Emphasise the fabric folds and gear detail with a wash and dry-brushing.

Tools you'll need:

• Modelling nippers for removing parts from the sprues
• Hobby knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper for cleaning up sprue-gate marks
• Modelling putty to hide the parting lines between parts
• Plastic cement (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement)
• Fine brushes and modelling paints (acrylic or enamel) for the face, uniform and gear
• Panel-line wash to emphasise folds and detail, plus dry-brushing

About the figure – JGSDF tank crewman:

The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) is the modern land component of Japan's armed forces. Crews of modern Japanese tanks wear modern uniforms and gear. The set complements models of modern Japanese armoured vehicles well.

About the manufacturer – Tamiya:

Tamiya Corporation is a Japanese model company founded in 1946 in Shizuoka, regarded as the heart of Japan's model-making industry. It launched its first injection-moulded plastic kit in 1960 and soon set a global benchmark for quality thanks to precise tooling and excellent parts fit. Figures from the 1/16 World Figure series are valued for their careful sculpting of the face, uniform and gear. Beyond plastic kits in many scales, the company offers a full range of accessories: paints, glues, tools and brushes. Tamiya operates in dozens of countries and remains one of the most recognisable brands in the hobby.