Trumpeter 07163 Russian JS-3 with 122mm BL-9 – 1/72 scale tank model

The Trumpeter 07163 Russian JS-3 with 122mm BL-9 in 1/72 scale is a highly detailed plastic model kit representing one of the most famous Soviet heavy tanks of the postwar era – the IS-3 (JS-3 in Russian nomenclature, after Joseph Stalin). This model is intended for both collectors and military history enthusiasts, as well as modelers looking for unique construction challenges in a smaller scale.

Historical Characteristics of the JS-3

The IS-3 was introduced into service with the Soviet Army at the end of World War II, although it did not see combat during that conflict. Its distinctively flattened, "shell-like" turret and robust frontal armor plate made it a symbol of Soviet armored design at the turn of the 1940s and the beginning of the Cold War. The IS-3 was used by the USSR and its allied states (including Poland and Egypt), and its public display during the 1945 Berlin parade made a great impression on Allied observers. The operational service of these tanks primarily occurred during the Cold War.

Details of the Trumpeter 07163 model

• Scale: 1/72, model length 140.2 mm, width 46.7 mm
• The kit consists of over 150 precisely reproduced parts
• Model made from high-quality plastic, ensuring ease of cutting and processing
• The set includes a brass wire used for replicating details, such as tow cables
• Realistic reproduction of hull, turret, and 122 mm BL-9 gun details
• Comprehensive set of wheels, half-wheels, and tracks with accurately rendered details
• Plastic assembly model with metal accessories – ideal for modelers who value realism

Who do we recommend this model for?

Trumpeter 07163 Russian JS-3 with 122mm BL-9 is an excellent choice for both intermediate and experienced modelers. We rate the difficulty level as 3 out of 5 – the model includes many small components, requiring precision and patience during assembly. It's a great option for fans of Soviet armored vehicles and for those completing Cold War-era dioramas.

We recommend this kit to everyone who wants to expand their collection with a realistic model of one of the most recognizable armored tanks of the 20th century!