ICM 1/16 WW2 Soviet Assault Engineer-Sapper

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These are plastic model sets that require assembly and painting. They do not contain paints and glues unless otherwise stated.DescriptionIn 1943, the Red Army began the process of forming special assault engineer-sapper brigades. Among the main tasks of these formations were assault operations in cities and a breakthrough in heavily fortified enemy defences. A distinctive feature of the assault brigades was the equipment of the fighters with special steel breastplates, which protected the soldiers from the fire of small arms and automatic weapons, as well as from small fragments of shells.The most experienced and physically strong soldiers were selected as part of the assault units. The personnel of the assault units underwent special training, which included hand-to-hand combat and the ability to use explosives. In addition, assault engineers used flamethrowers, which were especially effective in close combat. Also, these formations were distinguished by a high degree of saturation with automatic weapons – PPSh and PPS submachine guns, light machine guns.Model FeaturesFigure of a Red Army soldier in a camouflage suit, shown in combat conditionsThe soldier's outfit includes a steel breastplate and armament including a hand machine gun, a Nagan revolver, and a scout knifeModel InformationScale: 1:16Number of Parts: 32 piecesIncludes detailed assembly instructionsHighly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plasticBox size: 295 x 225 x 40 mm Show more