1:35 Merkava Mk.1 Hybrid

Merkava Mk.1 Hybrid in 1:35 scale from Takom — an injection-molded plastic kit of the Israeli main battle tank in the transitional version Mk.1 Hybrid with elements of the Mk.2.

Scale1:35
Manufacturer Takom
Product EAN8591111284981

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39.96 €
33.02 € without VAT
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Merkava Mk.1 Hybrid in 1:35 scale (Takom)

An injection-molded plastic kit of the Israeli main battle tank Merkava Mk.1 Hybrid from Takom in 1:35 scale. The model is marked by fine surface detail, combined tracks (individual links as well as longer runs), photo-etched parts, clear parts and the option of building the hatches open or closed. There are usually two marking options in the box — check the exact contents against the manufacturer's part number for this item.

The real subject

The Merkava is an Israeli main battle tank with an unconventional layout: the engine is placed at the front, which increases the protection of the crew, and at the rear there is a rear entrance for mounting as well as evacuation. The designation Mk.1 Hybrid belongs to a transitional (mixed) version — these are older Mk.1 vehicles that received selected elements of the newer Mk.2 during overhauls, for example smoke grenade launchers, add-on armor and a modernized fire control system. It is therefore an intermediate step between the original Mk.1 and the full Mk.2.

Building and painting tips

First assemble and paint the running gear and the tracks before you close up the side plates and the fenders. Use liquid modeling cement on the plastic, treat the surface with a primer and apply the shades with an airbrush — for the characteristic Israeli sand shade (Sinai Grey) an airbrush and subsequent shading work well. The busy surface is rewarding to weather: dark washes bring out the details and pigments create the dust and mud effects typical of a desert environment.

Who the model is for

  • Those interested in Israeli armored equipment and modern tanks
  • Fans of the unconventional layout with the engine at the front
  • Moderately advanced and experienced modelers
  • Collectors who will appreciate the combined tracks and the photo-etch

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

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It is a transitional (mixed) version: older Merkava Mk.1 tanks that received selected elements of the newer Mk.2 during overhauls, for example smoke grenade launchers, add-on armor and a modernized fire control system. It is an intermediate step between the Mk.1 and the Mk.2.

Placing the engine at the front increases the protection of the crew and frees the rear for the rear entrance, through which the crew mounts and evacuates. It is a characteristic feature of the Israeli layout.

The kit uses combined tracks — individual links to be assembled, complemented by longer runs for the straight sections.

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1:35 Merkava Mk.1 Hybrid

Merkava Mk.1 Hybrid in 1:35 scale from Takom — an injection-molded plastic kit of the Israeli main battle tank in the transitional version Mk.1 Hybrid with elements of the Mk.2.
In stock
39.96 €
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