TAMIYA - 1/35 Japan Ground Self Defense Force MCV Type 16 Plastic Model Military Vehicle Kit (35361)

TAMIYA - 1/35 Japan Ground Self Defense Force MCV Type 16 PlasticModel Military Vehicle Kit (35361)

This scale model assembly kit recreates the Japan Ground SelfDefense Force (JGSDF) Type 16, which reached units beginning in2017. An 8-wheel vehicle, the JGSDF classify it as a ManeuverCombat Vehicle (MCV), a highly mobile and well-armed vehicleintended to provide supporting fire and take on enemy armor as apart of rapid response units. Its domestically designed L/52 105mmrifled gun is a low-recoil piece with perforated muzzle brake and afire control system to enable accurate firing on the move. Rolledsteel turret and hull employ modular and spaced armor estimated tobe able to survive frontal hits from 20-30mm class guns andportable anti-tank weapons. Thanks to its 570hp engine, the 26-tonType 16 has a top speed of around 100km/h and significant range; itlooks set to provide a major boost to JGSDF units as its rolloutcontinues.

1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 241mm.
Refined, angular surfaces have an uncomplicated parts breakdownwithout sacrificing detail.
Realistically rendered underside features steerable front wheelpairs.
Clear parts are used to recreate light lenses and periscopecomponents, plus goggles.
Rubber tires feature authentic sidewall shapes and treadpatterns.
Comes with 2 figures (one commander and one gunner) forinstallation in the model.
3 decal marking options.





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