With a production exceeding 2,100 units, the Type 97 Chi-Ha medium tank stood as Japan's second most produced medium tank of World War II, following the smaller Type 95 Ha-Go. It saw extensive service in the Second Sino-Japanese War, the Battles of Khalkhin Gol against the Soviet Union, and throughout World War II.
As Japan's standard medium tank, the Type 97 Chi-Ha weighed only 15 tons, boasted excellent speed and mobility, and featured turret armor of no more than 33mm and 26mm on the hull, characteristics that would classify it as a light tank in comparison to contemporary tanks of other armies.
Even the emperor is pleased with what this box contains:
Enough plastic components to make 1 Chi-Ha or the up gunned Type 97-Kai Shinhoto Chi-Ha
Damage markers
Full colour waterslide decal sheet
A Bolt Action stat card
A detailed booklet describing how to build and paint your Chi-Ha
The Type 97-Kia Shinhoto Chi-Ha in Bolt Action
With 2 options in the plastic kit you're spoiled for choice, although we suspect many might opt for the up-gunned variant - the Type 97-Kia Shinhoto with the high velocity 47mm anti-tank gun in a new and larger turret from 1942.
