Trumpeter 1/35 01597 JGSDF Type 99 HSP

Details of Trumpeter 01597 1/35 JGSDF Type 99 HSP

Basic Specifications

• Brand: Trumpeter
• Item No.: 01597
• Scale: 1/35
• Subject: Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Type 99 155mm Self-Propelled Howitzer (HSP)
• Material: Plastic
• Finished Size: Approx 320.7mm ×94.7mm

Kit Contents

• Total around 860 plastic parts
• Photo-etched detail parts included
• Metal 155mm gun barrel accessory
• Clear transparent parts for vision blocks and lights
• Individual link track parts
• Ammunition shells and internal ammo rack details
• Decals & assembly instruction manual
• Unpainted and unassembled kit, paint and glue not included

Product Features

• Accurately reproduced JGSDF Type 99 HSP 155mm self-propelled howitzer
• Faithfully modelled 52-caliber 155mm main gun with optional metal gun barrel
• Fully detailed turret interior with automatic ammunition loading system
• Digital fire control system, laser rangefinder and thermal sight replicated
• Detailed torsion bar suspension and road wheel assemblies
• Fine surface texture and casting details on hull and large turret
• Realistic individual link tracks with precise fit
• Reproducible rear spade stabilizers for firing position
• 12.7mm M2 heavy machine gun mounted on turret roof
• Fine reproduced pioneer tools, external stowage boxes and tow cables
• Multiple marking options for JGSDF camouflage schemes

Historical Background

• The Type 99 HSP is a modern self-propelled howitzer developed for the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, officially adopted in 1999.
• It is armed with a 52-caliber 155mm howitzer, fitted with an autoloader, operated by a 4-man crew.
• Powered by Mitsubishi 6SY31WA diesel engine, it can reach a top speed of 49.6 km/h.
• It features advanced digital fire control and battlefield network capability, capable of long-range artillery strike missions.
• This vehicle serves in JGSDF artillery regiments to provide long-range indirect fire support for ground combat units.