Hotchkiss H35 light tank (French)

Description

The Hotchkiss H35, a French light tank, was developed in the 1930s to support infantry units. Approximately 400 units were produced, with a quarter designated for infantry and the remainder for cavalry. The H35 was known for its thick cast armour on both the turret and hull, providing a significant defensive edge. Despite this, its slow speed and relatively weak armament made it less effective against German forces during World War II.

The tank was part of a series of French armoured vehicles named after Adolphe Kégresse, a pioneer in track design. Modifications led to the H38 variant, and in total, around 1000 of the H35/H38/H39 series were produced. The H35’s design initially faced rejection by the French Infantry due to steering difficulties in cross-country conditions but was later adopted by the cavalry.

• Country/Army: French
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: Counlane Models
• All models are produced under license with the original designer.
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown due to material availability and differences in batches.
• Photos show 28mm models unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These may be sourced from a different designer to the one noted above and the model may differ in details such as lacking camo netting, stowage, having a chunkier weapon barrel, tracks etc.