In December 1939 the KV-1 was officially adopted by the Soviet military; it was followed by the KV-2, a heavier design based upon the KV-1 chassis, but upgunned to a 152mm howitzer with the intention of breaking enemy strongholds; in order to accomodate the larger gun, the KV-2 was given a remarkably tall turret. Around two hundred were produced, and supply to the military began in July 1940. The following June, Nazi Germany invaded and the KV-2 - while suffering a number of breakdowns - took part in Soviet resistance against the invaders, their 152mm guns and impressive survivability enabling some amazing feats, helping stem the tide. About the Model ★This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 204mm, width: 95mm. ★The imposing form of the KV-2 is artfully captured in 1/35 scale. ★Features depictions of the rough cast turret surfaces and also weld lines. ★Various hatches can be assembled in open or closed position. ★Assembly type tracks feature one-piece straight sections, and offer realistic depiction of upper run 'sag.' ★Comes with a full body commander figure, and a crew torso figure for installation in the hatch. ★Includes two marking options.