UMT 406 BT-5 Soviet tank with RS-132 rocket system Scale 1:72 Plastic Model Tank Kit

BT-5 Soviet tank with RS-132 rocket system is a plastic model kit in 1/72 scale produced by UMT. The model represents a Soviet light tank equipped with launch rails for RS-132 rockets, combining a fast tank chassis with experimental rocket armament.

The BT-5 was part of the Soviet fast tank family developed during the 1930s using Christie suspension. These vehicles emphasized mobility and formed an important stage in the evolution of Soviet armored forces during the interwar years and early wartime service.

BT-5 with RS-132 Rockets - Experimental Armored Support Variant

This variant illustrates an experimental configuration where RS-132 rockets were mounted on a BT-series tank. Such installations explored the concept of mobile rocket support vehicles and demonstrate how existing tank platforms were adapted for different battlefield roles during the early development of rocket artillery.

For modelers: Because the rocket rails and launcher components are prominent features of this variant, careful alignment during assembly can help keep the installation symmetrical. Painting the launcher parts separately before final mounting may simplify detailing in small scale.

Kit Contents

• Plastic parts
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: UMT
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): UMT 406
• Type: Armor Model Kit
• Subject: BT-5 Soviet Tank with RS-132 Rocket System
• Vehicle type: Light tank
• 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 UMT belongs to the armor model kits category.