🔧 Build Your Own Object 430 Tank
Discover the Metal Time Object 430 Tank – DIY Metal Model Kit, a detailed 1:72 scale model based on the Soviet Object 430 medium tank prototype. Developed between 1953 and 1957 as a potential replacement for the T-54, the Object 430 project was eventually discontinued in 1961, with its successful engineering solutions contributing to the later development of the Object 432 and T-64.
With 64 precision-crafted stainless steel pieces, a turnable turret and historically accurate exterior detailing, this model offers an engaging building experience for military history enthusiasts, collectors and technical modelling fans.
⚙️ A Detailed World of Tanks Model
Designed for collectors, military history enthusiasts and DIY builders, the Object 430 features:
- 64 precision-crafted metal pieces
- Stainless steel construction
- 1:72 scale
- Turnable turret
- Historically accurate model design
- Distinctive hemispherical turret
- Six-roller chassis
- Crew hatches and observation turrets
- Anti-aircraft machine gun detailing
- Ammunition hopper details
- Engine radiator details
- Electrochemical-etched surface textures and graphics
- World of Tanks branding
- Unique serial number for collectability
- No glue or adhesive required
- No soldering required
- No additional assembly tools required
The rotating turret and etched surface details recreate the distinctive appearance of the original Object 430, while the stainless steel construction provides a durable and highly detailed finished model.
🧠 Relax While You Build
Enjoy an accessible building experience combining creativity, technical modelling and military history.
- Beginner-friendly Difficulty Level 1/8
- Approximately 1 hour assembly time
- Develops focus and concentration
- Encourages technical creativity
- Provides an engaging hands-on DIY activity
- Suitable for beginners and experienced collectors
- Creates a detailed miniature display once completed
The precision-cut components are designed to connect with light finger pressure, eliminating the need for glue, soldering or additional assembly tools.
📦 Product Details
Brand: Metal Time
Model: Object 430 Tank
Model Number: MT065
Product Type: DIY Metal Model Kit
Material: Stainless Steel
Number of Pieces: 64
Difficulty Level: ★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆
Assembly Time: Approximately 1 Hour
Finished Size: 11.3 × 3.5 × 3.5 cm
Finished Size (Inches): 4.45 × 1.38 × 1.38 in
Scale: 1:72
Recommended Age: 14+
Turnable Turret: Yes
World of Tanks: Branded by Wargaming
The completed Object 430 is a 1:72 scale stainless steel model featuring a turnable turret and historically accurate exterior detailing.
📦 What's Included
- 2 stainless steel sheets
- Polishing cloth
- Unique World of Tanks invitation code
- Wargaming bonus package
The Wargaming bonus package includes an activation code with T2 light tank, Slot, 7 Days of WoT Premium Account and 500 Gold.
(Includes 1 Metal Time Object 430 Tank – DIY Metal Model Kit)
⚠️ Important Notes
- DIY assembly required
- Difficulty Level 1/8
- No glue or adhesive required
- No soldering required
- No additional assembly tools required
- Contains small parts
- Recommended for ages 14+
- World of Tanks bonus package included
🧩 Recommended Age
14+ (Adult supervision recommended for younger builders.)
🎁 A Perfect Gift for Tank & World of Tanks Fans
The Metal Time Object 430 Tank – DIY Metal Model Kit makes a distinctive gift for:
- World of Tanks players
- Tank enthusiasts
- Soviet military history enthusiasts
- Military model collectors
- DIY hobbyists
- Metal model collectors
- Scale model enthusiasts
- Engineering enthusiasts
- Technical modelling fans
- Gaming collectors
Perfect for birthdays, Christmas, Father's Day, anniversaries, gaming gifts, hobby collections and special occasions.
🪖 A Unique Historical Display Piece
Once completed, the Object 430 becomes a distinctive display piece for a desk, shelf, office or gaming setup. Its 1:72 scale, stainless steel construction, rotating turret and historically accurate exterior details give the model an authentic miniature character.
The hemispherical turret, six-roller chassis, crew observation details, anti-aircraft machine gun and engine radiator elements recreate the distinctive design of the Object 430, while the official World of Tanks branding and included Wargaming bonus package add extra appeal for gaming and military model collectors.
🚚 Fast & Secure UK Delivery
Carefully packaged, fast UK shipping, secure checkout and dedicated customer support.