Takom

Overview

Takom is a Chinese manufacturer of injection-molded polystyrene scale model kits, primarily focused on historic military vehicles such as tanks from various eras and conflicts in scales including 1:35, 1:16, 1:72, 1:144, and 1:350.¹²³ It has gained recognition in the scale modeling community for original subjects and detailed kits, with over 100 product launches since inception.¹³ The company operates from a facility in Dongguan that includes design, tool production, injection molding, and packaging.¹³

History

Takom was founded in 2013 in Hong Kong by three founders, symbolized by three lotus petals in its logo.¹³ It established a factory in Dongguan, Guangdong, China, expanding its team and production capabilities.¹³ The company has since released over 100 new model kits, focusing on innovative military subjects.¹³

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in-house at Takom's factory in Dongguan, China, which handles design, tool production, injection molding, and packaging.¹³ The facility supports polystyrene miniature model kits.¹

Notable Products

• 1/72 MAZ-537G TRA - Soviet heavy tractor trailer in compact scale.
• 1/72 U.S. M1070 & M1000 - American heavy transport truck and trailer combination.
• Lun-Class Ekranoplan - Soviet ground-effect vehicle model.
• 1:35 Panzer VIII Maus - German super-heavy tank kit.
• 1:16 King Tiger RC - Radio-controlled Tiger II tank.

Reputation

Takom is perceived positively by scale model enthusiasts for high-quality, detailed kits and original subjects not commonly available from competitors.¹²³ It has rapidly built a reputation in the military modeling niche, though some note typical Chinese production standards with occasional fit issues.²³ Professionals appreciate its innovation in scales like 1:72 and 1:16 RC models.³