T-116 1:200 Orel (130)

T-116 Soviet Minesweeper Card Model Kit 1:200 – Orel Publishing (116)

Scale - 1:200

Model Sheets - A3

Assembly Instruction Language - English, Polish, Russian, German

Product Description

The T-116 Soviet Minesweeper Card Model Kit from Orel Publishing presents a highly detailed paper model of an AM-type naval minesweeper used by the USSR Navy during World War II. Originally built in the United States and transferred to the Soviet Union under the Lend-Lease program, T-116 served with the Northern Fleet during the Great Patriotic War.

Designed by Vitaly Mordukhovich, this model reflects the author’s signature approach: historical accuracy, thoughtful material selection, and a high level of structural and visual detail. Despite its relatively compact size, the model includes numerous small components and clear, well-structured diagrams that guide the builder through the assembly process.

Printed on 13 A3 sheets with reverse-side printing, the kit allows for clean internal surfaces and enhanced realism. The unusual design lineage, influenced by American naval engineering traditions, makes this minesweeper a distinctive addition to any military fleet paper model collection.

With a medium difficulty level, this kit is ideal for experienced beginners and advanced paper modelers who appreciate WWII naval history and finely detailed ship models.

Key Features

• Scale: 1:200

• Type: Naval Minesweeper (AM type)

• Historical period: World War II / Great Patriotic War

• Navy: USSR Northern Fleet

• Publisher: Orel Publishing

• Designer: Vitaly Mordukhovich

• Sheets: 13 × A3

• Reverse-side printed parts for enhanced realism

• Detailed diagrams and complex small components

• Medium difficulty level

• High historical and technical accuracy

Summary

The T-116 1:200 Card Model Kit is a compact yet highly detailed WWII naval model representing a unique Soviet minesweeper built under the Lend-Lease program. A rewarding build for enthusiasts of historical warships and advanced paper modeling.