Type 89 I-Go Otsu - Medium Tank

About the Type 89 I-Go Otsu - Medium Tank:

First used in combat in 1932 during the invasion of Manchuria and the First Battle of Shanghai, the Type 89 I-Go excelled as infantry support. It’s 57-millimeter gun could effectively knock out machine gun nests and other infantry positions, while its 6–17mm armor effectively defended against small arms. Come the outbreak of World War II, Type 89 I-Go tanks were deployed to British Malaya and the Philippine Islands. While unable to combat advances in allied armor as the war went on, many continued to serve as infantry pillboxes and static defense positions.

Specifications:

Crew: 4
Armament: 1x 57 mm (2.24 in) gun, 2x Type 91 6.5 mm machine guns
Speed: 16 km/h (10 mph)
Range: 150 km (95 mi)

Additional information about this Brickmania® custom building kit:

This model offers multiple play functions, custom printed details, and a custom tanker minifig. Play features include opening top and front hatches, an elevating and depressing gun, rotating turret, and smooth rolling tracks. Custom printing include exhaust, side bolts, and a WWII Japanese Type 89 Tanker designed by Landon Reimer. No stickers!

Model Statistics:

Designed by Mary Wilson
458 elements
1x custom minifigs designed by Landon Reimer
Additional custom printed elements
Full-color printed building instructions
1/35th scale to match other Brickmania kits
Sophomore Skill Level (2-4 years building experience recommended)