M1A1 AIM TUSK with Mine Plow (Plowing Mode)

Product Dimensions: 5.34 x 2.00 x 1.33 in.

Model History and Information: 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. On 29 August 2006 General Dynamics Land Systems received a US Army order for 505 TUSK kits. The mine plow mounted on the front clears explosives and rubble from a route so that the vehicles behind can pass.

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
• Front-mounted mine plow shown lowered in plowing mode
• 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
• Authentic finish with pad-printed US Army markings that 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.