Description
Unpainted white metal kit, requires some modelling skill. Caution contains lead and small parts not suitable for young children
BTR-60 Command
£4.95
8×8 Soviet command vehicle with telescopic radio mast and communications suite. Designed to protect the crew from artillery fragments and small arms fire. Providing fully amphibious transport that could keep up with armoured units
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