IS-2 Heavy Tank (Soviet)

Description

The IS-2 (Iosif Stalin 2) was a Soviet heavy tank developed during World War II to counter German heavy armour, particularly the Tiger and Panther tanks. Introduced in 1944, it was a significant evolution from earlier KV-series tanks, combining formidable firepower, improved armour, and greater mobility. Its most notable feature was the powerful 122mm D-25T gun, capable of destroying German tanks at long range and demolishing fortified positions with high-explosive shells.

The IS-2 featured thick frontal armour—up to 120mm sloped—which provided excellent protection against German anti-tank weapons. Despite its heavy weight, it maintained reasonable mobility thanks to a 600-horsepower V-2-IS diesel engine. The tank had a five-man crew and a relatively low silhouette for a heavy tank, enhancing its battlefield survivability.

The IS-2 played a crucial role in the final offensives of the Eastern Front, including the Battle of Berlin, where it was used effectively in urban combat. Its combination of firepower and protection made it one of the most respected Allied tanks of the war. Post-war, the IS-2 remained in service for several years and influenced the design of later Soviet heavy tanks, such as the IS-3 and T-10.

• Country/Army: Soviet
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Painted by: MarDav Miniatures and FroggyPaints
• Original Designer: RKXMiniatures
• 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.