Type 100 Te-Re Artillery observation vehicle (Japanese)

Description

The Type 100 Te-Re was an artillery observation vehicle used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. Developed in 1940, it was based on the chassis of the Type 97 Te-Ke tankette. The Te-Re was designed to support artillery units by providing accurate reconnaissance and target spotting for self-propelled guns (SPGs) and stationary artillery.

The vehicle was powered by a diesel engine, producing 65 horsepower, and could reach speeds of up to 40 km/h. It had a crew of six to eight men and was equipped with a large radio, observation equipment, and a cable reel. The rear compartment, typically used for cargo or troops in other vehicles, was dedicated to the spotters and radio operators. The Te-Re’s armour was relatively light, with a maximum thickness of 6 mm, providing basic protection against small arms fire.

Between 100 and 150 units of the Te-Re were produced, and they were primarily used in the Second Sino-Japanese War and World War II. The vehicle’s role was crucial in relaying target information to artillery positions, allowing for more accurate and effective fire support.

• Country/Army: Japanese
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: TigerAce1945
• 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.