Tamiya 1/35 U.S. M109A6 Paladin Self-Propelled Howitzer (IRAQ War) Tank Plastic Model Kit

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Kit

Part no. 37026

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Overview

This model kit recreates the U.S. Self-Propelled Howitzer M109A6 Paladin in 1/35 scale. The kit is from the Tamiya-Italeri series and further updates the original release from 2012 with more moulding improvements, brand new parts, and even photo-etched parts included. It also includes Tamiya figures, accessories, a full instruction manual, and decals, all packaged in a new Tamiya box.

About the Paladin: Deployed from 1992 onwards, the M109A6 continued a series of self-propelled howitzers that started in 1950. The L/39 155mm gun has a range of 30km, used effectively in supporting fire roles in the Iraq War of 2003.

Note

Paints Recommended by Tamiya: TS-46 Light Sand, XF-20 Flat Medium Grey, XF-62 Flat Olive Drab, XF-49 Flat Khaki.

Features

1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 280mm, width: 115mm.
Updates from Item 37012 include: cement- and paintable belt-type tracks; depictions of previously omitted gun base MVS (device measuring muzzle velocity) and hull-front spare track links; 1 fret of photo-etched parts recreating turret rear basket net, circular panel cover and water tank strap buckles; decals to recreate 3 marking options; Tamiya ration carton sheet.
Depiction of M109A6 Paladin as deployed in the 2003 Iraq War.
155mm howitzer and complex turret are faithfully reproduced.
Road wheels feature sharp detail for an authentic finish, while belt-type tracks can be painted and cemented.
Gun travel lock and hull rear spade are movable parts.
Comes with 2 torso figures.
Numerous accessories are also depicted, including bags, ammunition case, water tank and more.
Self-propelled howitzer parts are a product of Italeri.