The Backbone of the Imperial Armoured Fist
Few sights on a Warhammer 40,000 battlefield carry as much weight as a Leman Russ rumbling across no man's land. This is the tank that has held the line for the Astra Militarum for ten thousand years — a hulking, heavily armoured battle tank that forms the core of Imperial armoured warfare. Whether leading an armoured column or providing fire support from the flanks, the Leman Russ is one of the most recognisable and satisfying kits in all of 40K. Getting one assembled and painted is a rite of passage for any Imperial Guard collector.
What's in the Box
This multi-part plastic kit builds one Leman Russ Battle Tank — a heavily armoured main battle tank for the Astra Militarum. The kit offers impressive loadout flexibility, allowing you to assemble the tank in several configurations depending on how you want to field it. The turret, hull weapons, and sponson options can all be built to represent different Leman Russ variants, giving experienced modellers genuine customisation over the finished model's role on the battlefield. Assembly requires plastic glue and basic hobby tools. The kit is multi-part rather than push-fit, so new hobbyists should have a pair of clippers, plastic cement, and hobby knife ready before sitting down to build. Bases are not included for vehicle kits of this size.
Who This Is For
The Leman Russ is a staple purchase for any Astra Militarum — also known as Imperial Guard — collector building out their force. It is equally compelling as a painting project: the flat armour panels, riveted hull, and weathering potential make it a favourite for hobbyists who enjoy battle damage effects, mud texturing, and freehand unit markings. Experienced painters will find plenty of surface area to work with. It also makes an excellent gift for the 40K player who is building or expanding an Imperial Guard army — a tank is almost always welcome. New hobbyists should be aware this is a multi-part kit that requires tools and glue, and is best tackled after a few smaller kits have been completed.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Games Workshop |
| Game System | Warhammer 40,000 |
| Faction | Astra Militarum (Imperial Guard) |
| Unit Name | Leman Russ Battle Tank |
| Model Count | 1 vehicle |
| Scale | 28mm heroic scale |
| Material | Plastic |
| Assembly | Multi-Part (plastic glue required) |
| Bases Included | No (vehicle kit) |
| Paint & Glue | Not included (sold separately) |
