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The Tamiya Type 61 Tank kit accurately recreates the Japanese Ground Self-Defence Force's first domestically developed main battle tank, introduced in 1961. Compact and designed for Japan’s terrain, the Type 61 combined mobility with firepower — and this model brings it to life with high detail and authentic proportions.

Kit Features & Highlights

• 1:35 scale detailed plastic model of Type 61 tank (1961-75 production series) 
• Includes 90 mm main gun, accurate turret and hull detailing 
• Option for open or closed driver’s and commander’s hatches, and rotatable turret 
• Realistic surface textures, weld lines, panel details and optional smoke dischargers / external equipment — faithful to the real tank’s design 
• Flexible tracks, individual link sections, and parts to create a realistic suspension & running gear layout
• Includes commander figure and several marking options for different JGSDF units/time periods 

Why This Kit Matters

The real Type 61 was a compact medium tank — just 2.96 m wide and 2.46 m high — engineered for Japan’s narrow roads and terrain. Its 90 mm main gun, torsion-bar suspension, and balance of mobility and firepower made it a cornerstone of post-war Japanese armored forces. 

As a model kit, this Type 61 delivers a satisfying build: detailed structure, accurate parts, and flexibility for dioramas or display. It’s a great choice if you want to expand beyond WWII European armour or explore Cold War / post-war Asian military vehicles.

Recommended For

• Model hobbyists and tank collectors interested in Japanese / Asian military vehicles
• Diorama builders focused on Cold War or post-WWII scenarios
• Modellers seeking a compact but detailed 1:35 scale tank kit
• Anyone who appreciates historically accurate armour kits beyond the usual WWII European focus

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