T-72B Mod. 1990 vs T-72B Mod. 1989

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Good afternoon
I got the 1/35 T-72B Mod 1990 from Trumpeter, how can I make the Mod. 1989 version used in Ukraine war used by the Russian Forces?
Best regards

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What does a mod1989 look like?

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Hi
Are booth are similar.

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What are the differences between the two types?

Edit- looking at photos and the kit, for the Model 1989, you’ll leave off the crosswind sensor mast. the M1989 may or may not also share the same sight housing in front of the gunners hatch. Most other differences are internal.

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Here is a visual guide to T-72 variants

T-72 Guide

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Hi
Many thanks for the link, very interesting.

Now I need know the difference between “…improved commander cupola with larger sight…”

Regards

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There is no difference that is visible unless you are using micrometers

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