Preview: Border Models new Merkava Mk.2D full interior in 35th scale

Border Model's 1/35th scale. Israel Merkava Mk.2D with a full interior is the latest in their "timely" releases. This kit looks feature packed. We look at the CADs (& some plastic) in our preview...

Preview: Border Models new Merkava Mk.2D full interior in 35th scale

Israel Merkava Mk.2D

From Border Model

1/35th scale

Kit No #BT-037

Four marking choices provided in the box

Stowage included

Anti-slip texture included.

Photo-etch parts included.

Workable tracks

Price: TBA

Expected: December

The Subject: The Merkava 2D

The Mark II was first introduced into general service in April 1983. While fundamentally the same as the Merkava Mark I, it incorporated numerous small adjustments as a result of the previous year's incursion into Lebanon. The new tank was optimized for urban warfare and low-intensity conflicts, with a weight and engine no greater than the Mark I. The Mark IID version came with modular composite armour on the chassis and turret, allowing rapid replacement of damaged armour.

The Kit: Border Model's new Israel Merkava Mk.2D in 35th scale

The new kit from Border Model features most notably a full interior. A big draw for some modellers, but some will chose to dodge the extra work. At least the option is now there.

The feature set of this kit:

- The kit features posable hatches to show off that full interior!

- Four marking choices provided in the box

- Stowage is included

- Anti-slip texture included for the tank's hull.

- Workable tracks included

- Full interior, ammo storage engine & detailed internals of the tank crew compartment.

- Photo-etch included.

The kit shown here in test kit phase being put together. Real plastic can tell us so much about a kit can't it?

The full turret and gun...

This kit is due in December. It is not on their website yet, but Hobbylink Japan always get their kits. Check out the Border Models website for more information...