During WWII, the SSMYS 80ton vast railroads in Europe and Russia were used to carry military items closer to the front. In the case of tanks, this got them closer to the battlefield faster than if they had been driven there under their own power. It also left the tank crews fresher for battle. The SSYMS 80 TON This particular kit was used for carrying the Germany Panther and Tiger heavy tank. Item No 00221 Item Name Schwere Plattformwagen Type SSyms 80 Bar Code 9580208002217 Scale 1:35 Item Type Static Kit Model Brief Length: 527.23mm Width:89.6 mm Total Parts 311pcs Metal Parts Brass wire Photo Etched Parts 1piece Film Parts n/a Resin Parts n/a Total Sprues 11 Sprues and roadbeds Released Date 2010-11 More Features n/a