T-55a

• Includes free decals and masking foil
• Packed with color photos
The T-55 tanks were a series of main battle tanks designed in the Soviet Union. T-54s and T-55s were involved in many of the world's armed conflicts during the late twentieth century.
In 1961, development of improved protection systems began. The goal was to protect the crew from fast neutrons; adequate protection against gamma radiation was provided by the thick armor.
The tank was equipped with a full chemical filtration system. The coaxial 7.62 mm SGMT machine gun was replaced by a 7.62 mm PKT machine gun. The hull was lengthened from 6.04 m to 6.2 m. The hull machine gun was removed, making space for six more main gun rounds. These changes increased the weight of the vehicle to 38 tons.
This album of detailed photographs is invaluable for the modeler or enthusiast alike.
About the Series
This is a classic series of highly illustrated books on the best machines of war, with several hundred photographs of each aircraft or vehicle. With close-up views of the key features of each machine, including its variations, markings and modifications, customizing and creating a model has never been easier. Includes extra features such as decals and masking foil.