Tamiya 35274 British Challenger 2 (Desertised) 1/35 Scale

Product Description

Tamiya 35274 British Challenger 2 (Desertised) 1/35 Scale

Compared to the Challenger 1 MBT that saw service during the Gulf War, the Challenger 2 features improved second generation Chobham armour capable of withstanding armour piercing and shape charge rounds. The fire control system was updated with the latest digital technology, including a panoramic commander’s sight with built-in laser rangefinder and a thermal gunner’s sight. The 120mm L30 rifled main gun provides improved muzzle velocity and accuracy, and enables the Challenger 2 to discharge armour piercing, HESH, smoke and depleted uranium rounds. Special modifications to tanks deployed to Iraq included reactive armour added to the front, composite armour on the sides, a special cover to reduce exhaust heat, canvas skirts to reduce dust ingestion, Commander’s Independent Thermal Viewer (CITV) and Combat Identification Panels (CIP).

Specifications:-

• New turret and 120mm 55 calibre smoothbore main gun.
• Features new accurately replicated tracks and wheels
• CITV and gunner’s sight lens cover can be assembled opened or closed
• Transparent parts used to replicate gun sight lens, headlights, tail lights and rotating light
• Commander and loader half-body figures

Decals Included:-

• British Army Iraq 2003