Challenger II MBT 1:72 Model Kit by Trumpeter
Challenger II MBT 1:72 Model Kit by Trumpeter
Model Features
- 1:72 scale plastic model kit
- Accurately represents the British Challenger II Main Battle Tank
- Finely detailed hull and turret
- Realistic 120mm L30A1 rifled main gun
- Detailed suspension and running gear
- Authentic armour plating and exterior equipment
- Precision-moulded plastic parts
- Waterslide decal sheet included
- Illustrated assembly instructions
- Ideal for display or modern military diorama projects
Specifications
- Brand: Trumpeter
- Scale: 1:72
- Subject: Challenger II MBT
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Skill Level: Suitable for intermediate modellers
- Paint & Glue Required: Yes (sold separately)
- Recommended Age: 14+
What's in the Box
- Plastic sprues
- Waterslide decal sheet
- Illustrated assembly instructions
History of the Original Vehicle
The Challenger II is the principal main battle tank of the British Army and one of the most heavily protected tanks ever built. Developed by Vickers Defence Systems as a successor to the Challenger 1, it entered service in 1998 and was designed to meet the demands of modern armoured warfare. Although sharing a similar appearance with its predecessor, the Challenger II is an almost entirely new design, featuring a redesigned turret, upgraded fire control systems, and significantly improved armour protection.
At the heart of the Challenger II is the 120mm L30A1 rifled gun, making it one of the few modern main battle tanks to retain a rifled main weapon rather than adopting a smoothbore design. Combined with advanced thermal imaging, digital fire control systems, and stabilisation equipment, the tank is capable of engaging targets accurately at long range while on the move. Its second-generation Dorchester composite armour provides exceptional protection against kinetic energy rounds and shaped-charge weapons, contributing to the vehicle's outstanding battlefield survivability.
The Challenger II first saw combat during operations in Kosovo before earning an impressive combat record during the 2003 invasion of Iraq, where it demonstrated exceptional reliability and resilience in urban and desert environments. The tank has since undergone a series of upgrades to ensure it remains an effective component of Britain's armoured forces. Renowned for its survivability, firepower, and rugged construction, the Challenger II continues to serve as one of the world's premier main battle tanks.
Historical Snapshot
- Country: United Kingdom
- Entered Service: 1998
- Role: Main Battle Tank
- Manufacturer: Vickers Defence Systems (now BAE Systems Land & Armaments)
- Crew: 4
- Primary Armament: 120mm L30A1 rifled gun
- Secondary Armament: One 7.62mm L94A1 chain gun and one 7.62mm L37A2 machine gun
- Engine: Perkins CV12-6A V12 diesel engine
- Top Speed: 59 km/h (37 mph)
Please Note
This is an unassembled plastic model kit. Paint, glue, and modelling tools are not included. Recommended for ages 14 and over.