tamiya (2522)

This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit depicting a whole host of armament typically carried by WWII German infantry. Features Firearms in the set include Luger P08 and Walther P38 pistols, Kar98K and G41 rifles, MP40 submachine guns, MP44 selective fire rifles, Pz.B.39 anti-tank rifles, MG34 and MG42 machine guns, magnetic mines, and even the Panzerfaust. Accessories such as tripods, ammo cases and more are also in the set.

Germany employed a number of half-track vehicles during WWII, among them the prolific Sd.Kfz. 250 series. From transportation duties to communications vehicles, ammo carriers and more, they were truly versatile vehicles. The Sd.Kfz. 250/3 is rather well known for Rommel's having used it as a command car during the fighting in North Africa; he named it the Greif ("griffin"), appropriate for the vehicle which carried him as he seemed to swoop around North Africa trying to thwart Allied intentions. Features This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 137mm. From the frame antenna to the complex surfaces of the armor, the subject is captured in style. Realistic interior with details such as radio equipment. Maybach straight-six engine is expertly recreated in the front of the model. Link-type assembly tracks give an authentic finish. Comes with four figures including one depicting Rommel, plus decals for Rommel's vehicle and one each for North African and European Front AFVs.

Design of the M48 series of medium tanks commenced in October 1950, with the Chrysler Corporation commissioned to do the design work and provide six prototypes. Due to the Korean war, production of the M48 was authorized prior to the completion of any prototype or testing. Ford and General Motors were awarded production contracts, in addition to Chrysler, and the first M48 was delivered in early 1953. Numerous technical problems with the new tank delayed its deployment in significant numbers until 1958. There are numerous variations and modifications of the M48 in existence all over the world today, and this kit depicts an M48A3 "Patton" as it appeared during the Vietnam conflict when employed by the U.S. Forces. Using a cast elliptical hull which has high structural rigidity and excellent ballistic protection, this 47.5 ton tank has proven its worth in the field of combat against like opposition. The major improvement of the M48 over the M47 was the superior shape of the "Turtleback" cast steel turret, which provided a greater internal volume and much better ballistic protection. Armed with a 90mm M41 gun and on 7.62 coaxial machine gun and a 12.7 machine gun in the commanders cupola, and powered by a Continental V-12 AV-1790 petrol engine of 865 hp, this fine tank has a top road speed of 48 km/h. It is crewed by a Commander, Gunner, Radio operator/loader and a driver. The M48 series of medium tanks is or has been used by a great number of nations around the world, and is expected to remain a first line battle tank for many years to come. The A3 series of the M-48 was the first to introduce the new AVDS-1970-2 diesel engine, which was a major improvement, and since its introduction many of the earlier Pattons have also been retrofitted with it. When used in Vietnam, secondary armament was often boosted by adding a .50 calibre machine gun above the cupola; a 7.62mm machine gun in front of the loaders hatch, and another 7.62mm MG in the mantlet in lieu of the telescopic sight. Early in its production the M-48 was fitted with a snorkeling kit which enables it to fork water obstacles up to 4.1 meters in depth. The M-48A3 uses a coincidence-type range finder for sighting its main 90mm gun. Range data from this sight is fed into a ballistic computer for very accurate and speedy target acquisition. Maximum road speed of the M-48A3 was 48km/h. Maximum range was 460 km, and the maximum road gradient was 60%. The A3 carried 62 rounds of 90mm ammunition, and up to 5900 rounds for the 7.62 MG's. The A-3 model can be seen with either 3 or 5 wheel track bogies, and the majority used in Vietnam had five bogies, due to the jungle type of terrain encountered. Tank crew members often built up the sides of the turret with extra padding and equipment for additional protection from hostile fire. A great many of the existing M-48 tanks around the world are now being up graded to M-60 standards with the addition of the 105mm gun in place of the 90mm main unit. This is a 1/35 scale plastic model kit of the American M48A3 Patton tank, which served with distinction during the Vietnam War. Features The tough appearance of the tank, including its cast metal surface texture and canvas section of the gun mantlet is accurately reproduced. Details such as the searchlight and machine gun cupola are also brimming with realism. The kit includes accessory parts such as an engine exhaust snorkel, jerry cans, and spare track links as well as 2 tank crew figures.

Tamiya is famous for its series of Military Miniature model kits in exact 1/35 scale of military vehicles, plus figures in many poses from forces all over the world. Ideal for the constructing of diorama and shadow box art, these military miniature models are exact in detail, down to the facial expressions on the soldiers themselves. Paint, tools and glue not included.

Thanks to its manhandling of the Syrian-operated Soviet T-72 during the 1982 Lebanon War, the Merkava became a well-known and feared presence. Features This precision plastic model assembly kit recreates the Merkava, breathtakingly capturing its form including angled spaced armor across the hull and wedge-shaped cast turret with 105mm rifled gun. Details such as the thermal cover, side skirts, machine gun and more are depicted with aplomb. A commander figure is also included.

Add an extra layer of authenticity to your diorama with this comprehensive set. It contains parts to depict a mule (x1), dog (x1), calf (x1), pig (x1) and piglets (x3), roosters (x2), hens (x2), chicks (x3), eggs (x6), geese (x2) and rabbits (x2).

German infantry in the early stages of WWII were kitted out in the M36 uniform that was first introduced from 1935 to 1936. It was comprised of a green jacket and "stone gray" trousers, long black boots and topped off with the M35 helmet. The kit recreates four soldiers in relaxed pose, with food, drink, mess tins and more. Features This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Parts are included for 4 figures in relaxed pose. A wealth of accessories includes gas mask cases, chair, frying pan, sausage, mess tin and more.

With a cupola-cum-gun shield on the M60 machine gun, the M113 ACAV (Armored Cavalry Assault Vehicle) was an improvement on its base, the M113APC (Armored Personnel Carrier). This plastic model assembly kit accurately captures the M113 ACAV, of course including the added cupola/gun shield, and also recreating the crew seats, engine and more in the interior. Three figures in realistic pose are included in the kit.

This is a re-release model of the M60A3 tank. Together with the M1 Abrams, the M60A3 formed the core of U.S. tank forces during the 1980s. It featured a cast iron chassis that was inherited from the M48 tanks that first appeared in the 1950s, and was powered by a super-charged air-cooled diesel. The turret, too, was manufactured from cast iron, and was mounted with a 105mm gun with thermal sleeve to provide protection from barrel distortion. Other technologically-advanced additions at the time included a laser based rangefinder and ballistic computer, allowing the M60A3 to pack a fearsome punch. Production began in 1978, and the 3,600 examples produced went on to fulfil a leading military role for in excess of 20 years.  Features Length: 264mm, Width: 104mm. The turret depicts the cast iron finish of the real tank The model can be assembled with or without thermal sleeve attached to the main gun. Modelers can choose to construct the model with open or closed crew hatch. The driver's hatch is movable. Authentic suspension is recreated using separate parts. 3 sets of markings and a commander figure are included with the kit.