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45 mm M1937 53-K Anti-Tank Gun

Recreate an important piece of early-war Red Army artillery with this detailed model of the Soviet 45 mm M1937 53-K anti-tank gun. Compact, mobile and widely used during the opening years of the Eastern Front, the 53-K is an excellent addition to Soviet gun batteries, defensive positions and battlefield scenes.

Historical Role

Adopted in 1937, the 53-K served as a standard Red Army anti-tank gun before and during the early stages of World War II. Its 45 mm ammunition was effective against many light and early-war medium armoured vehicles, while fragmentation rounds allowed the gun to engage infantry and exposed positions. As armour protection increased, the 53-K became less effective against newer tanks, but it remained valuable in secondary roles and was eventually supplemented by the more powerful 45 mm M-42.

Distinctive Appearance

The 53-K is recognisable by its low battlefield profile, slender barrel, compact angular gun shield and widely spread split-trail carriage. Prominent wheels and practical towing arrangement reflect a design intended to be moved rapidly by vehicle, horse team or gun crew. These features create the characteristic silhouette of an early-war Soviet anti-tank position.

Modelling Uses

This model is ideal for Eastern Front dioramas, model railways, wargaming displays and collectors of Soviet World War II equipment. Place it in a concealed roadside ambush, a prepared defensive line, an artillery park or a retreat scene with crew figures, ammunition crates and a towing vehicle. The broad range of scales supports everything from compact railway layouts to highly detailed display pieces.

Fun Fact

Although designed primarily to defeat armoured vehicles, the 53-K’s ability to fire fragmentation ammunition made it a versatile infantry-support weapon when enemy tanks were not present.

Available Scales

Available in 1:87, 1:76, 1:72, 1:48 and 1:35 scales.

Finish Options

Choose from Cleaned Resin Grey, Grey Primed - Ready for Painting, or Historical Base Colour for a period-inspired starting finish.

Very small details may vary slightly depending on the scale selected.

45 mm M1937 53-K Anti-Tank Gun

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