Academy 13430 - USMC M1A1 Abrams Tank, Aus Decals, Scale 1:72

USMC M1A1 Abrams Tank, Aus Decals, Scale 1:72

ACA-13430

The M1 Abrams entered service in 1980 as the US Army’s new main battle tank to replace the M60 series. Over time, the M1 evolved from its original 105mm M68 L/52 main gun in common with the earlier M60A1/A3 to the Rheinmetall 120mm smoothbore M256A1 L/44 gun also used by the Leopard 2 tank.

In addition to its advanced armour protection and fire control system, the Abrams was the first to employ a gas turbine engine for propulsion in place of the conventional diesel engines used by nearly all other modern tanks.

This combination made the Abrams a very agile and formidable weapon system on the battlefield. Since its introduction, the Abrams has been re-manufactured into newer and more capable configurations including the M1A1 which introduced the 120mm gun and the M1A1 AIM (Abrams Integrated Management) which modernizes the tank with improved sensors and digital situational awareness. The M1A1 continues as the main battle tank of the US Marine Corps.

The Model:

This 1/72 scale model kit by Academy allows you to recreate the iconic M1A1 Abrams in meticulous detail. Explore its sophisticated computerised fire control system and advanced armour plating. Choose from five authentic paint schemes, including a US Marine Corps and an Australian Army variant, and bring this modern military icon to life.

Kit Features:

• High-quality plastic construction
• Detailed 1/72 scale representation of the M1A1 Abrams
• Includes a variety of historically accurate details
• Features realistic surface textures and panel lines

Paint Schemes:

• M1A1 U.S. Marine. C company, 1st Tank Battalion. Iraq. 2003
• M1A1 U.S. Army. B company, 3rd Tank Battalion, 66th Armour Regt. Iraq, 2003
• M1A1 Egyptian Army. Cairo. Egypt. 2011
• M1A1 Australian Army. B Squadron. 3 Troop, 1st Armoured Regt. 2015
• M1A1 Poland, 2023

Skill Level 4. Glue and paint are required for this model. (Not included).