The Type 97 Chi-Ha was a medium tank used by the Imperial Japanese Army during the Second Sino-Japanese War, the Battles of Khalkhin Gol against the Soviet Union, and the Second World War. It was the most widely produced Japanese medium tank of World War II. Wikipedia
Armor: 8–25 mm; (25 mm on gun mantlet)
Engine: Mitsubishi SA12200VD air-cooled V-12 diesel (21.7 litres); 170 hp (127 kW) at 2,000 rpm
Main armament: Type 97 57 mm tank gun
Maximum speed: 38 km/h (24 mph)
No. built: 1,162 (plus 930 of Type 97-Kai)
Power/weight: 11.3 hp/tonne
Produced: 1938–1943
Number Of Sheets: 2 Sheets
Difficulty: Moderate
Assembled Size: 3.15"L x 1.38"W x 1.46"H (8 x 3.5 x 3.7 cm)
Ages 14+
Metal Earth kits are made from high quality steel sheets. Each model features amazing detail with parts cut from one or more 4” square steel sheets. Easy to follow instructions are included with each kit and NO GLUE OR SOLDER REQUIRED! Simply snip out the pieces and bend the tabs through corresponding connection points.
