France 39(H) TANK SA 38 37mm gun The Hotchkiss H35 was a French light tank developed in the early 1930s as part of the French Army's modernization efforts. It was designed to support infantry units and was initially rejected by the French Infantry due to its difficulty in steering across bumpy terrain. Instead, it was adopted by the French Cavalry. Manufacturer: Trumpeter Availability: In stock SKU: Trumpeter 00352 $25.00 Custom wishlist OK Add to wishlist Add to compare list Email a friend The H35 saw service during the early stages of World War II, particularly in the Battle of France in 1940. It was used by both the French Cavalry and Infantry divisions, with the French Cavalry having two major complaints: the weak armament and the low top speed. These issues were addressed in 1937 with the installation of larger engines, leading to the production of the improved version, the Char léger modèle 1935 H modifié 39. The H35 was also captured by German forces after the defeat of France and used in several modifications. It served in various roles during the occupation period, demonstrating its versatility and adaptability. Products specifications Attribute name Attribute value Country France Sub Group Light Tank Main Weapon 37 mm gun Side Allies Vehicle Common Name Hotchkiss H35, Hotchkiss H35 Modified 39 Scale 1/35 Vehicle Type H35 Group Tanks Used By France Product tags Light Tank (71) , Allies (309) , France (70) , H35 (2) , Hotchkiss H35 Modified 39 (1) , Tanks (220) , Hotchkiss H3537 mm gun (2)
