Hobbyboss released the Type 59 & Big Gun LAV in July

In our preview, we look at the colours, decals and build up kits. We look at the colours, decals, sprues & build up kits in our preview…

Preview: The Type 59 & big gun LAV from Hobbyboss in July

LAV300 90mm Cockerill Gun

by Hobby Boss

: 84573

Model1/35th scale

The LAV-300 was an attempt by Cadillac Gage Textron to improve upon the aging LAV-150 and to provide something heavier that could carry more men or firepower. A dozen different variants of the LAV-300 were available. The FSV is armed with the 90mm Cockerill Mk.III L/36, which is the same gun as that used by the LAV 150 90. This gun was mounted in a turret with two men. It was able, thanks to the wide variety of shells available (APFSDS HE and HEP), to take on older Soviet tanks. This is what potential customers are most likely to be interested in. The colour scheme of this kit

The box decals

Made from light Cadaloy Steel, this vehicle packed a punch in an amphibious, light and air transportable package. It was not as popular as its predecessor, and between 1982-1994 only 200 units were purchased by several clients. A few units are probably still in service. A few units probably still remain in service.

Length: 200mm Width: 75mm

Total of 5 sprues ,upper hull , lower hull and tires

ModelThe kit consists of over 290 parts

Multi-slide moulded upper hull and lower hull

Rubber tires

– Photo-Etched parts included

The kit built up by Hobbyboss’ model makers

PLA 59 Medium Tank

by Hobby Boss

: 84548

1/35th scale

ModelThe Type 59 is the 1st generation Chinese tank. The vehicle was first built as prototypes in the 1950s. Serial production began in 1958, lasting until 1985. This type of vehicle is made up of 9500 units. Type 59 has a 12150L V-12 520 hp engine. This kit includes decals for the following colour schemes:

The box contains the color schemes.

The Type 59 tank is a copy of the Soviet T-54. The Chinese Type 59 tanks were initially a copy of their Soviet counterparts. However, they have been modernized over time. First, the Type 59 I version was modernized with night vision, laser rangefinders, and better observation equipment. The Type 59-II was also modernized, and it had a 105 mm cannon with a stabilization system, autoloader, as well as a nice stabilization. A new power unit with a 590 horsepower engine was installed. The Type 59 tank was exported to several countries including Cambodia, Congo, and Tanzania due to its ease of operation, affordability, and decent firepower. The tanks were also involved in the Sino-Vietnam War of 1979. Tanks of this type are believed to have been withdrawn from the Chinese army line, but are still held in reserve.

Length: 257.3mm /Width: 93.4mm