{"product_id":"german-leopard-2-a7v-mbt-1-35-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"German Leopard 2 A7V MBT 1:35 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of the world's most advanced main battle tanks with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya German Leopard 2 A7V MBT 1:35 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the Leopard 2 A7V, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic armour detailing and authentic Bundeswehr markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and exceptional fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for modern armour enthusiasts, military vehicle collectors and diorama builders looking to add Germany's latest operational main battle tank to their collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:35\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle: German Leopard 2 A7V Main Battle Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed hull, turret and suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRealistic armour and external equipment details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Bundeswehr decal options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeopard 2 A7V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the latest operational variant of Germany's highly successful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeopard 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e main battle tank. Developed by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKNDS Germany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (formerly Krauss-Maffei Wegmann) for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBundeswehr\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the A7V entered service in 2021 and represents the culmination of more than four decades of continuous development of the Leopard 2 platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meet the demands of modern armoured warfare, the Leopard 2 A7V combines exceptional firepower, advanced protection and outstanding mobility. It is armed with the proven \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e120mm Rheinmetall L55 smoothbore gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, capable of firing a range of advanced armour-piercing and multi-purpose ammunition. Modern fire-control systems, thermal imaging and digital targeting equipment enable the crew to engage targets accurately in all weather conditions, both day and night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtection has been significantly enhanced through the use of modular composite armour, improved mine resistance and upgraded defensive systems. The tank also features improved crew ergonomics, modern battlefield management systems and advanced communications equipment, allowing it to operate seamlessly alongside other NATO forces in networked combat operations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite weighing more than 60 tonnes, the Leopard 2 A7V retains excellent mobility thanks to its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,500-horsepower MTU MB 873 Ka-501 diesel engine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, advanced suspension and robust drivetrain. These features allow it to traverse challenging terrain while maintaining the speed and agility expected of a modern main battle tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Leopard 2 family has earned an outstanding international reputation and is operated by numerous countries around the world. As the most advanced version currently in German service, the Leopard 2 A7V ensures the Bundeswehr remains equipped with one of the most capable and respected main battle tanks in modern military service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. 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