US M1A1 Abrams with Mine Plow 1/35 Scale Tamiya 35158
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About the U.S. M1A1 Abrams with Mine Plow
Developed during the early 1980’s, the M1 Abrams tank benefited from the latest technological wonders of the time, giving it enormous advantage on any battlefield. The turret, being very angular and squat, had a very roomy interior. This angular design was combined with Chobham armor for excellent protection against the kinetic energy from hollow charge projectiles. The hull sides and rear panels are vertical, with only the front angled to deflect anti-tank shots. The 1500 horsepower Avco-Lycoming AGT-1500 turbine engine provides remarkable speed and maneuverability plus being regarded as one of the quietest tank powerplants available today.
During the mid 1980’s the M1 underwent an improvement program to upgrade its 105mm gun to the type M256 120mm smoothbore cannon. The armor at the frontal area of the lower hull front and turret was also increased, and it was given the new designation of “M 1A1”. Other improvements are seen in the enlarged rear turret bustle stowage rack, a new style crosswind sensor, a revised gunner’s sightmount, plus reinforced suspension and transmission unit. One of the more specialized pieces of equipment utilized on this tank is a detachable plow for uncovering and neutralizing mine fields. Land mines are a menacing problem for both humans and vehicles during any conflict, and the operations of this specialized M1A1 helped clear the way for troops following the tanks during the recent Gulf conflict.
Assembly and painting required. Kit does not include model cement glue, paint, tools, and adult supervision where required.
Scale: 1:35
Item # Tamiya 35158
Contents subject to change.
Excellent high quality model, it's Tamiya so that's par for the course. The mine plow is complex, but definitely an eye catcher! Sunward hobbies is always cheap, cheap, cheap, and Canadian too, so I love buying from them.
When I ordered this tank, It was shipped fast, When I got it in the mail, It was packed perfectly and had no damage at all. The kit is a great kit to build. I will be getting other kits from here for sure. Thanks
This is a really good model. 2nd one I have built. First was NATO colours this one I'm going a desert camo scheme.
Very quick and efficient
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