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Model KV-1

Model KV-1



First, a little history. KV-1 is a Soviet heavy tank since the Finnish and World War II. Crew 5 people Weight at different times from 43 to 47.5 tons. The abbreviation KV means Klim Voroshilov. The KV-1 was produced from 1939 to 1942. It was operated until 1944.

Tools and materials:
-Laser cutter;
-Plywood;
-Glue;
-Double-sided tape;
-Bolts Ø3mm 20mm * 40mm- 40 pcs + 2 nuts for each bolt;
-Bolts with nuts Ø3mm 6mm * 20mm-2 pcs;
-Bolts 60 mm Ø3- 2 pcs;

Step One: Design and Cutting
The scale of the tank is 1:18. The length of the tank is 37 cm. At the rear of the tank, a place has been designed for engine installation. Files can be downloaded here:



Laser cuts out parts of the tank.

Step Two: Assembly
Assembles the body. When assembling, it uses, from the inside, small wedges. Then it greases the joints with glue.





Sets the contours on the back of the tank.



Collects the side part.


Rear hatch.


Step Three: Build the Tower
Assembles a tower.







Step Four: Small Parts
Installs hatches, machine gun turrets, staples.




Step Five: Chassis Assembly
Assembles a running gear.




Step Six: Track
According to the scheme collects tracks.


Seventh step: boxes
Collects and installs boxes. The boxes are glued to double-sided tape.


Model KV-1 tank assembled. Below you can watch a video with a demonstration of the tank.
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Guest Anastasia
Hello, I uploaded photos for laser cutting, but they are not complete, do you have the opportunity to throw off the full photos?
Good afternoon! How can I contact you to clarify some of the little things on homemade?

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