UMT 628 Biaxial armored carriages of type OB-3 with double T-26-1 conical turrets Scale 1:72 Plastic Model Armoured Wagon Kit

OB-3 biaxial armored carriages with double T-26-1 conical turrets is an unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit in 1/72 scale produced by UMT. The model represents a Soviet armored railway carriage configuration equipped with two conical turrets derived from the T-26-1 tank design and used within armored train formations during the World War II period.

Armored trains formed an important component of railway security and mobile defense along strategic transport routes. Specialized armored wagons such as the OB-3 type were designed to operate as part of these formations, combining reinforced railcar construction with tank turrets that provided rotating armored armament suitable for railway patrol and support roles.

OB-3 Armored Railway Carriages - Soviet Armored Train Equipment

The biaxial OB-3 configuration equipped with twin T-26-1 conical turrets illustrates a typical adaptation of existing tank components for armored railway use. This approach allowed standardized armored turrets to be integrated into rail-based vehicles supporting reconnaissance, escort, and security duties along railway lines.

For modelers: When assembling armored railway subjects in 1/72 scale, aligning the wagon frame and wheelsets carefully helps achieve a stable stance on track sections or display bases. Building the turret assemblies separately before final placement can also simplify painting.

Kit Contents

• Plastic parts
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: UMT
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): UMT 628
• Type: Armor Model Kit
• Subject: OB-3 biaxial armored railway carriages with double T-26-1 conical turrets
• Vehicle type: Armored railway carriage
• 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 category and represents Soviet armored railway equipment presented in 1/72 scale.