[Mi-13] 1/72 TYPE 10 JGSDF TANK Production model

Discover the cutting-edge of modern armored warfare with the Fujimi 1/72 TYPE 10 JGSDF TANK Production model kit. This meticulously detailed injection-plastic model brings to life Japan's fourth-generation Main Battle Tank (MBT), officially adopted by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) in 2010 and entering service in 2012.

The Type 10 represents a significant leap in tank design, offering a smaller, lighter, and more technologically advanced package compared to its predecessor, the Type 90. It boasts a powerful Japan Steel Works 120mm L/44 smoothbore cannon, complemented by a Type 90 12.7mm machine gun and a Type 74 7.62mm machine gun. The real tank features an automatic loader, enabling a rapid 3.5-second reload time. Powered by a 1,200hp Mitsubishi 8-cylinder diesel engine and equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), the Type 10 can achieve speeds of 70 km/h both forward and in reverse, providing exceptional battlefield agility. Its advanced hydropneumatic active suspension allows for precise hull posture control, crucial for navigating diverse terrain. The tank's modular ceramic composite armor, incorporating nano-crystal steel, offers robust protection while allowing for weight adjustments based on mission requirements. Furthermore, the Type 10 integrates a sophisticated C4I (Command, Control, Communication, Computer & Intelligence) system, known as "10NW," facilitating real-time data sharing across platoons.

This Fujimi kit captures the essence of this formidable vehicle with excellent detail. It features four-piece injection-molded tracks, intricate running gear, and includes markings for multiple versions, allowing for diverse display options. Thanks to advanced slide-mold technology, both the main gun and the turret-mounted .50 caliber machine gun are molded with open muzzles, adding to the realism. This kit accurately represents the production model of the Type 10 tank.

What's Included:

• Multiple plastic sprues with highly detailed parts
• Decalsheet (waterslide) for various markings

Specifications:

• Scale: 1/72
• Material: Injection-plastic
• Barcode/UPC: 4968728722429