{"product_id":"10343","title":"Russian T-34\/85 ;  119th Rifle-Tank Regiment  (Forces of Valor (Unimax), 1\/32)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBack in the freezing winter of 1944 on the Eastern Front, a specific T-34\/85 from the 119th Rifle-Tank Regiment played a unique role in the Soviet push westward. This tank was part of the \"Sassountsi Davit\" column, a unit funded entirely by donations from the Armenian diaspora and named after a legendary medieval hero. Sporting a stark winter whitewash camouflage to blend into the snowy terrain, it carried the distinct Armenian inscription \"ՍԱՍՈՒՆՑԻ ԴԱՎԻԹ\" on turret #01. It wasn't just a piece of armor; it was a symbol of cultural solidarity, driven by a crew fighting under the banner of their heritage during one of the war's most grueling campaigns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMechanically, this medium tank was built to address the increasing threat of heavy German armor. As a T-34\/85, it featured an upgraded, larger turret capable of housing a more powerful 85mm main gun, offering a significant boost in firepower over earlier models. The design retained the famous sloped armor and wide tracks that provided excellent mobility across soft ground and snow, a critical feature for the winter offensive. Its rugged construction was centered around a reliable diesel engine, designed to keep the vehicle operational in the harsh climate where maintenance was difficult and reliability was paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WW2 Bunker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44892870934630,"sku":"80000","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/4926\/4998\/files\/QtHhH76TfkSQvpM0dBNYP3u6AIC3dXtbwREH4jqRw90.jpg?v=1772923066","url":"https:\/\/ww2bunker.com\/products\/10343","provider":"WW2 Bunker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}