Soviet Heavy Tank KV-1
Zvezda Kit No. 3539
1:35th Scale
Turret details
Note; All comparisons show the Trumpeter parts that match the 1:35 plans
in the Tankograd KV-1 books perfectly
Turret size comparisons
Mantlet size and detail issues
All issues depicted correctly on the Trumpeter part
1. inner bolts recessed and shpuld be flush
2. outer bolts located too high on plate
3. no weld seam around gun mounting
4. sight opening too big
Comparable gun parts
Assembled inner gun breech on Zvezda kit
Note two large pin marks to be removed on gun shield
