Border Model 1:35 Leopard 2A6 - UKRAINE Plastic Model Kit
The Border Model 1:35 Leopard 2A6 - UKRAINE kit is a precise 1/35 scale plastic model kit, depicting the German Leopard 2A6 main battle tank in a configuration intended for the Ukrainian army. Border Model has paid attention to detail, enabling modelers to faithfully reproduce this modern armored vehicle with unique markings.
Leopard 2A6 Tank Characteristics
The Leopard 2A6 is an advanced version of the German Leopard 2 family main battle tank, developed by Krauss-Maffei Wegmann. It is one of the most modern armored vehicles, highly valued for its exceptional mobility, advanced ballistic protection, and impressive firepower. The tank is equipped with a powerful 120 mm smoothbore cannon, supported by an advanced fire control system and thermal sight, ensuring precise target engagement in all conditions. The Leopard 2A6's armor system offers excellent protection against various threats, including anti-tank missiles and mines. Additional self-protection systems, such as smoke grenade dischargers and laser warning systems, further enhance crew survivability.
This model represents the Leopard 2A6 tanks that were supplied to Ukraine by the German government in January 2023. The kit includes new decals featuring the distinctive white cross, historically used as a symbol in Ukraine, allowing you to create a unique tank with Ukrainian markings.
Model Kit Contents
The Border Model 1:35 Leopard 2A6 - UKRAINE kit has been designed with modelers in mind, offering comprehensive components for building a detailed model:
Assembly Guide: A detailed step-by-step guide, facilitating precise model assembly.
Plastic Sprues: High-quality plastic parts, requiring cutting and fitting.
Decal Sheet: Includes markings, including the unique white cross, for application onto the finished model.
Photo-Etched Parts: Additional, precise metal details that enhance the model's realism, e.g., ventilation grilles or shields.
Metal Barrel: Provides higher precision and realism for the main gun barrel compared to plastic parts.
Clear Parts: e.g., periscope windows or optics.
Assembly and Painting Process
Model assembly requires precisely cutting parts from the sprues, fitting, and gluing them according to the included instruction manual. Some parts may require painting before assembly to achieve the optimal effect. Once assembled, the model should be painted with model paints according to the suggested painting scheme provided in the instruction manual. Finally, the included decals are applied according to the markings or graphics, allowing for a faithful reproduction of the Ukrainian version.
Important: The kit does NOT include model paints or model glue, which are necessary to complete the model.
Essential Tools and Materials
To complete the model, we recommend having the following basic tools and materials:
Nippers for cutting plastic parts.
Hobby knife for precise flash removal and trimming.
File or sandpaper for smoothing surfaces.
Plastic model glue, specifically designed for this type of material.
Paintbrush or airbrush for painting.
Model paints – colors according to the painting scheme in the instruction manual.
If you have any questions about choosing the right accessories or paint colors, we offer expert assistance and advice in selecting compatible products.