It was the most widely produced Soviet heavy armored car of the pre-1941 era; a total of 3,311 units were manufactured across three versions. These variants were the BA-10, the BA-10M (an improved version with new radio equipment), and the BA-10ZhD (equipped for dual road/rail operation).
The design of the BA-10 was based on the BA-3 and BA-6 heavy armored cars. It featured an improved GAZ-AAA chassis and reinforced armor (up to 15 mm on the front and turret).
The BA-10 was originally slated to be replaced in 1941 by the BA-11, which featured a diesel engine and a more advanced armor design; however, the outbreak of war prevented its production.
The BA-10 remained in service with the Red Army until 1945. Significant numbers of captured BA-10s were used by Finland (at least 24 units), Germany, and other Axis powers in Europe.
Plastic model kit
- Dimensions L x W (assembled): 138.5 x 69.6 mm
- 260+ parts
- Hull and turret produced using slide-mold technology
- Photo-etched parts included
unbuilt / unpainted
Paint and glue not included
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