Tamiya 35162 - 1/35 Federal German Marder 1A2 MICV w/ Mil  [35162]

Towards German Schutzenpanzer Marder I

The extremely successful and sophisticated German Marder joined active solution within the very early 1970's. It was created under an idea that departed from previous armored personnel carriers, in that it is with the capacity of unpleasant and defensive combat operations. It offers good protection to its load of infantrymen from small arms fire, and fallout from a tactical nuclear attack. Designed and developed by the Rheinstahl Henschel AG of Kassel, renowed due to their formidable Tiger tanks of WWII, the Marder became such a unique armored car, it was classed as a fresh category, and called the "MICV" or Mechanized Infantry Fight Vehicle with NATO forces. The development of Marder dated back into the early 1960's when the very first prototypes were built for assessment. These closely resembled in features the HS30, then operating, and having a forward mounted turret. Nevertheless the powerplant had been moved to a right-side midship allowing a rear exit format for the infantrymen. Further improvements and a redesign made radical changes and repositioned the powerplant to the right ahead section. The very last prototypes offered in the mid 1960's showed a sleek and sloped front area that delivers exceptional security. It is powered by a Mercedes-Benz 6-cylinder diesel engine with the capacity of 600h- which allows a maximum road rate of 75km/h. The Marder 1A2 is an upgraded variation that features a "Milan" anti-tank missile system. The Marder, with 20 years operating, is continually being enhanced to satisfy the needs of NATO's long-term strategy.

Specs & Features

• Detail by detail plastic components molded in brownish and attached to sprues.
• Ready to construct precision model kit.
• Accurately reproduced exterior.
• Authentic flexible tracks.
• Includes bust-figures of a commander and a motorist.
• Detailed diesel engine.
• Operating hatches and a rotating turret.
• Realistic "Milan" anti-tank missle system.
• Waterslide decals.
• Includes step-by-step and informative pictorial instructions.