JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya

JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya

£26.99
£26.99
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JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
  • JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya
JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya

JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya

£26.99
£26.99

Model Features

Build one of Japan's most modern armoured fighting vehicles with the Tamiya JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the Type 16 MCV, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic armour detailing and authentic Japan Ground Self-Defense Force markings.

With Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for modern military vehicle enthusiasts, collectors and diorama builders looking to add a contemporary Japanese armoured vehicle to their collection.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1:48
  • Manufacturer: Tamiya
  • Vehicle: JGSDF Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle (MCV)
  • Finely detailed plastic parts
  • Detailed hull, turret and suspension
  • Realistic modern equipment details
  • Authentic JGSDF decal options
  • Illustrated assembly instructions
  • Assembly required
  • Glue and paints not included

What's in the Box

  • Plastic model kit parts
  • Decal sheet
  • Illustrated assembly instructions

History of the Original Vehicle

Historical Snapshot

The Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle (MCV) is a modern Japanese wheeled armoured fighting vehicle developed for the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF). Designed by Komatsu and introduced into service in 2016, it was created to provide a highly mobile, rapidly deployable combat vehicle capable of supporting infantry units and responding quickly to regional defence requirements.

Unlike traditional main battle tanks, the Type 16 focuses on strategic mobility and rapid deployment. Its eight-wheel-drive chassis allows it to travel quickly across Japan's extensive road network while also providing good off-road capability. This mobility enables the vehicle to be transported by aircraft and deployed rapidly to areas where heavier armoured vehicles may be difficult to operate.

The Type 16 is armed with a powerful 105mm rifled gun, giving it the ability to engage enemy armoured vehicles while maintaining a lighter and more mobile design than a conventional tank. It also features advanced fire-control systems, modern communications equipment and a protected crew compartment designed for operations in a variety of environments.

The vehicle forms a key part of the JGSDF's Rapid Deployment Regiments, supporting missions that require fast reaction forces. Its combination of speed, firepower and flexibility makes it particularly suited to Japan's unique geography, where mobility between islands and urban areas is a major operational consideration.

Today, the Type 16 MCV represents a new generation of armoured vehicle design, combining the firepower traditionally associated with tanks with the speed and flexibility of a wheeled platform. It remains an important component of Japan's modern ground forces and a symbol of the JGSDF's evolving approach to armoured warfare.

Please Note

This 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.

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