Dragon 7287 Challenger 2 w/ Bar Armour (1/72) – plastic tank model kit

We offer an exceptional Dragon 7287 Challenger 2 w/ Bar Armour plastic model kit in the popular 1:72 scale. This is a precise miniature of the modern British main battle tank Challenger 2, enhanced with the distinctive bar armour set. The model is designed for advanced and intermediate modellers passionate about the latest NATO armoured technology.

Historical background and use

The Challenger 2 tank was introduced into service with the British Army in the 1990s, replacing the well-known Challenger 1. It is one of the most modern and best armoured tanks in the world, used in numerous peacekeeping and combat operations, including in Iraq during Operation Telic (2003–2011). The offered model replicates the version with additional bar armour, used in urban conditions and asymmetric conflicts to protect against anti-tank missile warheads.

Product features

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for building realistic dioramas and collector displays
• Country: United Kingdom
• Period of use: modern era (from the 1990s to the present day)
• Material: high quality plastic ensuring excellent detail reproduction
• Equipment: complete set of bar armour elements
• Kit contents: parts for assembling the tank, armour elements, assembly instructions
• Not included: paints and glue
• Manufacturer: renowned Dragon brand – a world leader in military models

Review and recommendation

The Dragon 7287 Challenger 2 w/ Bar Armour model is an excellent choice for modellers passionate about modern armoured vehicles and NATO military technology. The realistic bar armour emphasizes the uniqueness of this combat version, making it a standout both on a collector's shelf and in a diorama or modern battlefield reconstruction. The assembly difficulty is rated 3/5 – the model is recommended for those who already have some experience with plastic model kits, though ambitious beginners will also manage with the clear instructions.

Our offer is not just a model kit – it's a true modellers’ challenge and an opportunity to learn about one of the most important tanks of the 21st century!