Copper State Models (CSM) Garford-Putilov Armoured Car 1:35

Conclusion

I am a huge fan of Copper State Models’ kits and thoroughly enjoyed building this one. They produce kits of some very esoteric and interesting subjects from the First World War that I would never have expected to see in kit form, let alone as high-quality injection moulded kits.

The Garford-Putilov was operated by several different forces and there were some differences between individual vehicles. This might give the modeller some scope for making something a little ‘different’ such as the vehicle shown in the photo below with snow chains around the tyres and extra armoured shields around the machine guns.

Here’s my summary

Copper State Models Garford-Putilov Armoured Car 1:35	STAR RATING
Quality of moulding	****
Fit of parts	****
Level of detail	***
Accuracy	****
Instructions	*****
Decals	****
Subject choice	*****
Build enjoyment	****
Overall	****

(NB: The modeller may wish to add ammunition boxes and feeds for the machine guns as none are provided in the kit.)
Dai W.

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