Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) units began receiving the eight-wheel Type 16 Maneuver Combat Vehicle in 2017; it is expected to form a central part of the Rapid Deployment Regiments called for in a mobile Japanese defense policy.
It certainly fits the bill, with a top speed of 100km/h thanks to a 570hp engine, and it can utilise public highways as well as being airlifted. The distinctively modern turret is equipped with a domestically designed L/52 105mm rifled gun, capable of accurate fire on the move; it is anticipated that Type 16s will be able to both provide supporting fire and take on enemy armour.
Features:
- Scale: 1:48- Plastic model kit [unassembled]
-The modern silhouette with 105mm gun is accurately depicted
- Features a realistic rendering of the complex underside
- Soft resin tyres feature authentic recreations of tread pattern
- Comes with a commander torso figure
- Two marking options
Required to Complete:
- Assembly- Cement (glue)
- Hobby knife
- Sprue cutters
- Tweezers
- Paint brushes (various sizes)
- Paint
This kit is a detailed scale model for hobbyists. Glue, paint and tools are sold separately. Contains small parts. Actual product may vary slightly from the pictures shown.
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Tamiya 1:48 Maneuver Combat Vehicle