M1A1 AIM TUSK 8th Tank Battalion II MEB, USMC, Iraq 2003 (1:72 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 5.34 x 2.00 x 1.33 in.

Model History and Information: This Dragon Armor edition is identified as M1A1 AIM TUSK 8th Tank Battalion II MEB, USMC, Iraq 2003 (1:72 Scale). Its finish and unit caption distinguish the collectible; the account below addresses the documented history of the real vehicle type. The Tank Urban Survival Kit is a package of modifications developed for the M1 Abrams after urban fighting in Iraq exposed how vulnerable a tank built for open-country tank battles could be in a city, where fire comes from rooftops, alleys and below. It adds reactive armour to the flanks, a remote weapon station so the commander can fight buttoned up, and protection for the loader's position. In August 2006 General Dynamics received an Army order for 505 kits.

Model Features & Details:

• 1:72 scale US M1A1 AIM Abrams with Tank Urban Survival Kit (TUSK)
• Diecast metal and plastic construction
• Factory pre-assembled and pre-painted, ready to display with no assembly or gluing required
• 120 mm M256 smoothbore main gun with coaxial and roof-mounted machine guns
• TUSK protection package: reactive-armour side tiles, remote weapon station and loader's shield
• Detailed tracked running gear with fitted tracks and road wheels
• Rotating turret for dynamic display
• Finely detailed surface with panel lines, access hatches, tools and stowage
• USMC 8th Tank Battalion markings, Iraq 2003, pad-printed so it will not fade or peel like decals
• Includes a clear display case to protect the model

Packaging: Packaged in a clear display case for protected storage and presentation.