Military Wheels MW7212 T-34/85 Soviet WWII repair retriever with winch Scale 1:72

The T-34/85 repair retriever with winch was a Soviet armored recovery vehicle based on the well-known T-34/85 tank chassis. This plastic model kit by Military Wheels represents the vehicle in 1/72 scale, depicting a specialized support machine used for battlefield maintenance and recovery tasks during World War II.

Armored recovery and repair vehicles were essential for maintaining operational tank units. Vehicles derived from the T-34 chassis were used to tow damaged tanks, assist with field repairs, and recover immobilized armored vehicles. The addition of a winch system allowed crews to handle heavy loads and extract vehicles from difficult terrain.

T-34/85 Based Armored Recovery Vehicle

The vehicle retained the robust mobility and armor layout of the T-34 platform while incorporating equipment for maintenance and recovery work. Support vehicles such as these were often employed close behind frontline units, ensuring damaged tanks could be repaired or moved away from operational areas.

For modelers: This vehicle combines the recognizable T-34/85 chassis with recovery equipment including a winch installation. Careful assembly of the external tools and cable components will help emphasize the distinctive support configuration of this armored recovery vehicle in 1/72 scale.

Kit Contents

• Plastic parts for T-34/85 repair retriever with winch model
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: Military Wheels
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): MW7212
• Type: Armor Model Kit
• Subject: T-34/85 repair retriever with winch
• Vehicle type: Armored recovery vehicle
• Subject country: Soviet Union
• Period: World War II
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.

This plastic model kit by Military Wheels belongs to the Armor category and represents a World War II armored support vehicle in 1/72 scale.