A02306V Leopard Tank

This 1:76 scale Leopard Tank model kit allows you to recreate NATO's renowned main battle tank. Comprising 84 parts and rated at skill level 2, this kit embodies the speed, agility, and firepower that established the Leopard as a leading tank during the Cold War. It offers three genuine paint options reflecting the Belgian, Dutch, and West German military units that utilised this iconic vehicle.

Key Features

• 84 piece plastic kit in 1:76 scale
• Skill level 2 - suitable for modellers aged 8 years and above
• Three authentic paint schemes for Belgium, Holland and West Germany
• Accurately replicates the first all-German tank design since the Second World War
• Detailed depiction of NATO's legendary main battle tank

History

The Leopard was developed during the Cold War, marking the first all-German tank design post-Second World War. Selected by Belgium, Holland, and West Germany, it was engineered with an emphasis on speed, manoeuvrability, and firepower, aligning with NATO's strategic needs during this critical period.

This design approach rendered the Leopard one of NATO's most effective main battle tanks, solidifying its status as a significant symbol of Cold War armoured combat. Its blend of performance features proved highly successful, leading to its widespread adoption by various NATO countries that valued its outstanding battlefield capabilities.