1/35 French Main Battle Tank Leclerc Series 2

1/35 French Main Battle Tank Leclerc Series 2

This modern Tamiya classic, originally released as Item 35279 in 2005, is given a re-release with a new number and plastic road wheel parts in place of the original"s die-cast components.

The Leclerc featured a 4-stroke V8 diesel allowing a top speed of 72km/h on road and 50km/h cross country, and was equipped with a French-built 120mm, L/52 smoothbore cannon.

Series 2 tanks had an air conditioner to cool the computer system as well as several other improvements.

About the Model:

• This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 306mm.
• Road wheels now come as molded plastic components. Please note that other parts are features remain the same as on Item 35279, except for slightly updated instructions and package.
• The Leclerc is captured with exceptional detail, including Series 2 specific smoke dischargers, stowage boxes, short and long snorkels, and air conditioning unit.
• French developed 120mm smoothbore gun with thermal sleeve is accurately reproduced.
• Clear parts recreate headlights, taillights and periscope lenses.
• Rear hull includes finely detailed engine grille and surface imperfections reproducing the non-slip finish of the actual tank. Other details include tow cable, external fuel tank, fuel tank pipe stay and fuel tank stays.
• Commander"s post features rotating sight and a commander figure.
• Features 4 marking options, three in the 3-color NATO camouflage, and one in desert colors. 

With 4 marking options included (these are unchanged from those in Item 35279):

• Option A: 2nd Armored Brigade, 6th - 12th Cuirassier Regiment, 3/6 Squadron, France 2004
• Option B: 2nd Armored Brigade, 6th - 12th Cuirassier Regiment, Rapid Reaction Platoon, France 2004
• Option C: 2nd Armored Brigade, 6th - 12th Cuirassier Regiment, 1/12 Squadron, France 2004
• Option D: Technical Section of the French Armée de Terre (Army), Qatar 1998

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