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Tamiya Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122 1:35 Plastic Model Kit – 89798: Build, Paint & Assembly Guide
The product behind this guide is Tamiya Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122 1:35 Plastic Model Kit – 89798. Because similar plastic model kit products can share brand names or photographs, the analysis below keeps the Tamiya title, item number and live image set tied together as one record.
Product identity without guesswork
- Exact product: Tamiya Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122 1:35 Plastic Model Kit – 89798
- Brand or vendor: Tamiya
- Product type: Plastic Model Kit
- SKU or catalog key: TAM89798
- Scale stated in the record: 1:35
- Year appearing in the identity: 1943
- Variants reviewed: 1
- Product images indexed: 1
The recorded price at verification was $46.00 before shipping and tax. At least one variant was orderable when the record was checked.
A correct match requires more than recognizing the brand. The scale marker 1:35 is part of the exact identity and should be matched before purchase. The year 1943 belongs to the listing identity; it should not automatically be treated as the manufacturing date of the item. The item number TAM89798 provides the most efficient cross-check when another listing uses slightly different punctuation or wording.
Reading the source record carefully
Current catalog evidence can be summarized as follows: “Tamiya Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122 1:35 Plastic Model Kit – 89798 recreates the Soviet assault gun built on the T-34 chassis and armed with a 122 mm howitzer. Manufacturer part 89798 identifies this 1:35 scale kit. About the subject The SU-122 entered Soviet service in early 1943 as close fire support for armored formations. Its designation refers to the 122 mm howitzer carried in the fixed superstructure. Specifications Manufacturer: Tamiya Part number: 89798 Scale: 1:35 Type: Unassembled plastic model kit Shipping weight: 499 g Assembly required. Cement, paint and finishing supplies are sold separately. Browse plastic model kits and Tamiya models .” Every additional recommendation in this guide is framed as a check or planning step when the listing itself does not confirm the answer.
What matters for this kind of product
A build guide for Tamiya Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122 1:35 Plastic Model Kit – 89798 starts with evidence, not assumptions. Match the exact release through TAM89798, then inspect runners, parts, decals, instructions, accessory count and surface condition. Only after that inspection should the project be divided into cleanup, test fit, subassembly, paint, graphics and final finish.
Where the record omits a technical specification, consult the package instructions or manufacturer reference rather than borrowing a value from another scale or edition.
The details to verify next
Before paint, wash or prepare parts only as recommended for the material, remove seams carefully, and test the chosen primer on a hidden area or spare piece. Decal work benefits from a smooth surface, measured placement and adequate drying time before clear coating.
Keep small parts organized by assembly stage. A labeled tray or compartment prevents a product with many similar pieces from becoming a search problem halfway through the build.
Image-by-image verification
The gallery contains 1 indexed product image. Compare label text, package shape, visible contents, finish and any small identifying marks with the delivered item. A context image can show tools or related products that are not included, so the written record and selected option still control package contents.
The short decision checklist
- Match the full title and TAM89798.
- Confirm the selected variant and displayed quantity.
- Review the exact image set for the distinguishing details named above.
- Resolve every missing fit, scale, material or compatibility point from current instructions.
- Check live price and availability immediately before ordering.
Where it sits in the Muncle Mikes catalog
1:12 Scale Diecast Models & Kits · Model Kits · Tamiya Model Kits & Paints · Plastic Model Kits
Cataloging and project notes
Catalog the item under the complete title and TAM89798, then add the date received and the condition actually observed. For a project item, note where it was installed or how it was used. For a collectible, note package and display condition separately.
Retaining the exact identifiers protects the record when product titles or availability later change.
Gift considerations
For gifting, the product image can verify the visual subject while the item number TAM89798 verifies the release. Both checks matter when the recipient collects small variations.
Questions answered by the exact listing
What is the safest comparison key?
Start with TAM89798, then verify the complete title and exact image. That sequence avoids most near-match errors.
Should availability wording be treated as permanent?
No. Inventory and supplier status can change after verification.
What does this guide intentionally avoid?
It avoids invented dimensions, unsupported rarity claims and compatibility assumptions not established by the product record.
Final check: the correct choice is the item whose title, item number TAM89798, image and variant state agree with the project or collection need. Where one of those elements does not match, continue comparing before ordering.
Review the live Tamiya Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122 1:35 Plastic Model Kit – 89798 listing
Verified October 15, 2026 from the exact Shopify product record. Current price, options and availability remain controlled by the live listing.
Product-specific handoff notes
Anyone using this guide later should begin with TAM89798 and the full name Tamiya Russian Tank Destroyer SU-122 1:35 Plastic Model Kit – 89798. The record identifies Tamiya as the vendor and Plastic Model Kit as the product type. Recheck those details whenever the item is compared with another listing, because punctuation or abbreviated names can hide meaningful release differences.
When the item enters a project or collection, note the date, observed condition, included pieces and any fit or setup result. Photograph modifications before and after they are made. These notes should describe this example only. Keeping them attached to the exact item number preserves a useful history without turning personal experience into an unsupported specification for every similar product.
