1:35 Bundeswehr MBT Leopard 1, plastic model kit

This 1:35 Bundeswehr MBT Leopard 1 plastic model kit captures the low, purposeful lines of the early West German main battle tank in a format built for careful bench work and display. The assembly kit combines a detailed hull, a fully formed turret and plastic tracks, creating a finished military miniature with the long gun barrel, external fittings and commander figure visible in period reference images. Construction focuses on the Leopard 1's distinctive structure. The lower hull carries 14 road wheels, 2 drive sprockets and 2 idler wheels, building the dense tracked running gear that gives the tank its characteristic stance. The turret is assembled from upper and lower sections, and the gun barrel is designed to elevate once fitted through the mantlet. Surface detail extends across the model with hatches, periscopes, smoke dischargers, an infra-red searchlight, a machine gun, towing rope, tools, stowage parts and an antenna. Decals are applied after painting to complete the vehicle markings shown on the finishing guide. With 600 minutes of assembly time, the kit suits model builders who enjoy a longer project with multiple subassemblies such as wheels, tracks, hull and turret. Paints, glue and tools are required separately, and the finished model brings military history, scale detail and hands-on construction together on the workbench.

 

Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.