E.T. Model P35-346 Modern British Challenger 2 MBT 120mm Rifle Gun (L30A1 L55) 1/35 – metal barrel for tank model kits

E.T. Model P35-346 Modern British Challenger 2 MBT 120mm Rifle Gun (L30A1 L55) in 1/35 scale is a high-quality model accessory that takes the realism of your Challenger 2 model to a whole new level. This product is dedicated to models of the British Challenger 2 main battle tank, which has served in the British Army since 1998, participating in military operations both within the United Kingdom and abroad — including missions in Iraq and as part of NATO operations. To this day, the Challenger 2 remains one of the best-protected and most advanced vehicles of its type, and its unique 120 mm L30A1 rifled gun (L55 length) allows it to use a wide range of modern ammunition, standing out for its accuracy and resistance to wear.

• Scale: 1/35 – perfectly matched for model brands such as Tamiya, Trumpeter, Ryefield Model
• Country of use: United Kingdom, operated by the British Army
• Historical period: modern times (from 1998 to present)
• Material: precisely turned metal – for realistic detail, excellent smoothness, and no seams or distortions typical of plastic barrels
• Compatibility: designed for plastic Challenger 2 MBT kits, excellent for sets by leading global 1/35 model kit manufacturers
• Contents: metal L30A1 L55 barrel, no additional photo-etched or resin parts
• Category: modelling accessories – metal barrel for 1/35 scale plastic model kits

Using this accessory significantly increases the level of detail and precision in replicating the Challenger 2 MBT model. The metal barrel eliminates the need for time-consuming sanding and filling, providing a flawless surface as well as an ideally reproduced profile and dimensions of the historical original. It is an excellent option especially for intermediate and advanced modelers who demand authenticity and professional finishing.

Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – this product requires precise fitting and careful installation, and is therefore recommended for modelers with some experience.

If you care about perfect detail and realistic presentation of the British Challenger 2 tank in 1/35 scale, the L30A1 metal barrel from E.T. Model should find a place in your model workshop.