Zvezda 3540 OT-26 (Flame thrower) Soviet tank 1/35 – Plastic model kit

Zvezda 3540 OT-26 (Flame thrower) is a high-quality 1/35 scale plastic model kit, faithfully replicating the Soviet flamethrower tank from World War II. Created by the renowned manufacturer Zvezda, this model is designed for military history enthusiasts, modelers searching for unique armored vehicles, and collectors of Russian tank models.

Historical overview of OT-26 (KhT-26)

The OT-26 (also known as KhT-26) was a Soviet light tank equipped with a flamethrower, based on the chassis of the popular T-26. Developed by the USSR in the early 1930s, this vehicle was fitted with a flamethrower instead of conventional turret armament. The OT-26 was used during the Winter War with Finland (1939–1940), in the initial stages of World War II, as well as for police and anti-partisan operations behind the front lines.

Technical information and kit contents

• Scale: 1/35
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Manufacturer: Zvezda
• Country of origin (original vehicle): USSR
• Historical period: Interwar period, World War II
• Vehicle used by: Red Army (USSR)
• The model does not include glue or paints – assembly requires separate purchase.
• The package includes detailed assembly instructions with clear illustrations.
• Authentic details of the hull, turret, and the characteristic flamethrower.

Why choose this model?

Zvezda 3540 OT-26 is a must-have for collectors of Soviet armored vehicles and for those recreating historical scenes from the beginning of 20th-century conflicts. The model impresses with its faithful reproduction of armor components, turret, running gear, and main weapon—namely, the flamethrower. Once assembled, it becomes a striking highlight of the collection of any enthusiast of early World War II tanks.

Who is it recommended for?

The model is recommended for intermediate modelers (level 3/5 difficulty) due to its details and small components. It is perfect as the centerpiece of a historical diorama or as an addition to a collection of USSR armored vehicles.