The Tamiya model kit allows you to assemble a detailed plastic model of the American main battle tank M1 Abrams in 1/72 scale, featuring the M1A2 version used during military operations in Iraq. The model accurately depicts key components of the vehicle, including the hull, turret, electronic equipment, and a crew consisting of two figures: a commander and a loader.
Technical Features of the Model
Scale: 1/72
Vehicle Version: M1A2 Abrams – combat version used in Iraq (2003)
Contents of the set:
2 hull parts
6 plastic sprues with parts
High-quality rubber tracks
Mesh for making the transport basket
CIP panels
Decals allowing you to recreate markings of the 3rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, 1st Marine Division, and 1st Infantry Division
Crew figures (commander and loader)
Transparent plastic parts (periscopes and other details)
Assembly instructions
Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic and rubber components
Application and Compatibility
This model is designed for hobbyists and collectors interested in detailed military vehicle replicas. The 1/72 scale ensures compatibility with other sets and accessories in the same scale, enabling the creation of dioramas and combat scenes. The model can be expanded with additional parts and painted using hobby paints and weathering effects from a wide range of Tamiya products and other reputable manufacturers.
Assembly and Finishing Instructions
Individual parts should be carefully cut from the sprues, cleaned of any excess flash, and assembled according to the detailed instructions provided. Assembly requires precision and standard modeling tools such as side cutters, hobby knife, file, plastic cement, and brushes or an airbrush.
Recommended Paints for Painting the Model
To accurately depict the original appearance of the M1A2 tank, it is recommended to use hobby paints from Tamiya following these schemes:
Vehicle
Tamiya XF-59 or spray TS-46 – exterior armor, desert version
Tamiya XF-67 (TS-61), XF-68 (TS-62), XF-69 (TS-63) – NATO camouflage
Tamiya XF-56 – metal parts and tow cable
Tamiya XF-1 – wheel bands and rubber elements
Tamiya XF-62 – ammunition boxes
Tamiya X-10 – machine guns (wmg, mg)
Tamiya X-23 – periscopes
Crew
Tamiya XF-57, XF-60, XF-68 – desert uniforms
Tamiya XF-67, XF-68, XF-57, XF-69 – NATO uniforms
Tamiya XF-49 – insignia
Tamiya XF-62 – helmets and vest straps
Tamiya X-18 – goggles and headphones
Tamiya XF-57 – Iraqi-style boots
Tamiya XF-1 – NATO-style boots
Tamiya XF-15 – leather parts
Set Composition and Requirements
The set does not include paints or glue; these must be purchased separately.
Recommended tools for assembly and finishing:
Modeling side cutters for removing parts from sprues
Hobby knife and file or sandpaper for cleaning parts
Plastic cement
Brush or airbrush for painting
Model paints according to the manufacturer's recommendations
If you have any questions regarding accessory or paint selection for the model, please contact us – we provide technical support for modeling equipment.
Model bardzo fajny w sklejaniu. Plusem są gąsienice, które idealnie spasowane i w miarę rozciągliwe. Ale minusem jest spasowanie rąk i głowy figurek .
Grade
Artur F2020-04-15
Bardzo prosty model
To jeden z całej linii modeli Tamiya, Wszystkie Abramsy, Leopardy, i inne nowoczesne czołgi skleja się praktycznie tak samo. Są do wyboru tańsze i starsze modele do 100zł i nowsze powyżej. Skleja się bardzo łatwo i szybko, w dwa dni model gotowy (bez malowania oczywiście). Jakość jest wysoka, i często jak w tym wypadku są ruchome koła gumowe gąsienice, ruchome jarzmo działa, obrotowa wieża. Bardzo czytelna instrukcja,
