Zebrano 72065 - 1:72 KhT-27 Soviet Flamethrower Tankette

Resin model of the Soviet KhT-27 flamethrower tankette in 1:72 scale

The Zebrano 72065 kit depicts the KhT-27 – a Soviet flamethrower tank developed from the T-27 tankette. Designed in the 1930s to support infantry during assaults, it replaced the standard machine gun with a flamethrower, intended for destroying fortifications and creating panic among enemy troops.

Kit contents:

• Resin parts to build the KhT-27
• Details specific to the flamethrower version

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Catalogue number: 72065
• Manufacturer: Zebrano
• Material: resin
• Type: flamethrower tankette
• Era: World War II

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

Building process:

Zebrano resin kits are designed for quick assembly with only a few parts. Cyanoacrylate glue is recommended, with light surface preparation before painting. This 1:72 scale kit is suitable for both miniature collections and WWII tabletop wargaming.

Recommended tools:

• Model knife
• Files or sanding sticks
• Cyanoacrylate glue
• Paints in Soviet WWII camouflage schemes

About the KhT-27:

The KhT-27 (Khimizicheskiy T-27) was a Soviet flamethrower tankette based on the T-27 light vehicle. Produced in small numbers during the 1930s, it served as a mobile support weapon. These tanks saw combat in the early stages of WWII, but due to thin armor and limited effectiveness, they were soon withdrawn from frontline service and relegated to training and auxiliary roles.

Technical data of the original vehicle:

• Length: 2.6 m
• Width: 1.8 m
• Height: 1.4 m
• Weight: 2.7 t
• Engine: Ford-A, 40 hp
• Maximum speed: 40 km/h
• Crew: 2
• Armament: flamethrower (range approx. 25 m)
• Armor: 6–10 mm

Zebrano – the manufacturer:

Zebrano produces resin kits in small scales, focusing on WWII armored vehicles, artillery, and special-purpose machines. Their 1:72 and 1:100 scale kits are highly valued by collectors and historical wargamers alike.