{"product_id":"jgsdf-light-armoured-vehicle-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"JGSDF Light Armoured Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild a modern military vehicle used by Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya JGSDF Light Armoured Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the compact four-wheel-drive reconnaissance and patrol vehicle, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic surface details and authentic JGSDF markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for modern military vehicle enthusiasts, collectors and diorama builders.\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: 1:48\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle: JGSDF Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV)\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 interior and exterior features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic JGSDF 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\u003eJGSDF Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was developed in the early 2000s to provide the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a fast, highly mobile armoured vehicle capable of carrying out reconnaissance, patrol and security missions. Manufactured by Komatsu, the vehicle entered service in 2002 and was designed to meet the changing operational requirements of Japan's modern defence forces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt on a compact four-wheel-drive chassis, the LAV combines high road speed with excellent off-road capability, making it well suited to operating across a variety of terrain. Its armoured hull provides protection against small-arms fire and shell splinters, while its relatively lightweight design allows for rapid deployment and transport by air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypically operated by a crew of four, the vehicle can be fitted with a variety of weapons, including a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.56mm or 7.62mm machine gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12.7mm heavy machine gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on the mission. Although primarily intended for reconnaissance and internal security duties, the LAV has also been used for peacekeeping operations, disaster relief and the protection of military installations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe JGSDF Light Armoured Vehicle has been deployed on international peacekeeping missions, including operations in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIraq\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where it was used to provide security and convoy protection for Japanese personnel. Its reliability, mobility and versatility have made it an important component of Japan's modern ground forces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the Komatsu LAV remains in service with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and continues to support a wide range of domestic and overseas operations. Its compact design and proven performance have established it as one of the most recognisable modern military vehicles in Japanese 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. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60214864937294,"sku":"32590","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/32590_1.jpg?v=1784986453","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/jgsdf-light-armoured-vehicle-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}