Details of Trumpeter 00325 1/35 JGSDF Type 89 Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Basic Specifications
• Item No.: Trumpeter 00325
• Scale: 1/35
• Subject: JGSDF Type 89 Tracked Infantry Fighting Vehicle
• Kit Type: Unpainted plastic assembly kit, glue and paint required
• Completed Dimensions: Length 242 mm, Width 102 mm, Height 90 mm
• Parts Count: Over 360 pieces
• Photo-etched parts: Not included
• Package Weight: approx 400 g
• Figures, glue, paints and tools NOT included
Kit Contents
• Complete accurate Type 89 IFV hull and compact turret assembly
• Detailed 35mm main cannon barrel and coaxial machine gun parts
• Authentic side troop compartment structure and passenger hatch details
• Full set of road wheels, return rollers, drive sprockets and idler wheels
• Precision flexible track link parts with realistic tread patterns
• Complete torsion bar suspension system components for static display
• Turret observation devices, smoke grenade launchers and exterior fittings
• Hull side skirts, stowage boxes and standard vehicle accessories
• Decals for multiple JGSDF standard military marking schemes
• Detailed step-by-step assembly instruction manual
Kit Features
• Standard 1/35 scale highly-restored model of JGSDF Type 89 infantry fighting vehicle
• Faithfully reproduced unique compact turret layout and classic hull profile of Type 89 IFV
• Accurately restored 35mm main cannon and auxiliary weapon configuration
• Rich surface details including panel lines, bolt textures and armored hull features
• Realistic flexible track links and complete suspension structure for authentic chassis posture
• Restores the exclusive design characteristics of Japan’s domestically developed tracked IFV
• Ideal for Japanese self-defense force military collection and modern armor diorama building
• Moderate part count and reasonable layout, friendly for assembly and weathering modification
Recommended Skill Level
• Suitable for Japanese military armor collectors and modern IFV model enthusiasts
• Beginner to intermediate skill level, easy to complete standard assembly and detailed finishing
Historical Background
• The Type 89 IFV is a domestically developed tracked infantry fighting vehicle of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, officially entering service in 1989.
• It was designed to cooperate with main battle tanks for assault operations, undertaking infantry transportation, fire support and battlefield reconnaissance missions.
• Equipped with a 35mm large-caliber automatic cannon and auxiliary machine gun, it possesses powerful anti-infantry and light armored target strike capability.
• The vehicle features lightweight armored structure, providing defense against small arms fire and artillery shrapnel for onboard personnel.
• It has long served as the core tracked infantry combat vehicle of JGSDF, adapting to domestic defense and regional deployment tasks.
Full‑Size Vehicle Specifications (JGSDF Type 89 IFV)
• Combat Weight: 26.5 tons
• Overall Length: 6.80 m
• Overall Width: 3.20 m
• Overall Height: 2.87 m
• Engine: Mitsubishi 6SY31WT diesel engine, 600 hp
• Max road speed: 70 km/h
• Cruising range: 400 km
• Main Armament: 35mm Oerlikon automatic cannon
• Secondary Armament: 1 × 7.62mm coaxial machine gun, smoke grenade launchers
• Troop Capacity: 7 fully equipped infantrymen
• Crew: 3 personnel
