Tamiya 1:35 U.S. M1A1 Abrams Tank Model Kit

Tamiya 1:35 M1A1 Abrams: Dominate the Battlefield – Premium Scale Model

Unleash your inner adventurer with this extraordinary piece – a whisper of timeless style and a burst of unexpected delight. Crafted with meticulous detail and imbued with a spirit of daring, it’s more than just an object; it’s a statement. Prepare to captivate.

$18.57 $37.13

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Description

The first M1 tank was delivered to the U.S. Army in February 1980 and was officially named and christened the 'Abrams' by the widow of the late General Creighton Abrams. This new Abrams tank benefited from the latest technological wonders of the time, giving it an 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-1980s the M1 underwent an improvement program to upgrade the 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 'M1A1.' Other improvements are seen in the enlarged rear turret bustle stowage rack, a new style crosswind sensor, a revised gunner's sight mount, plus reinforced suspension and transmission unit. Both the M1 and M1A1 Abrams were deployed during the Persian Gulf Conflict and they demonstrated outstanding performance and combat success.

Package content:

Plastic scale model kit made of polystyrene, an exact detailed replica of the real model.

Assembly instructions and decals included (water adhesive decals) The model comes unassembled and unpainted and requires glue and paints to be finished. Unless stated on the box the kit does not contain paints, glue, and brushes.