Modelcollect UA72044 T-72AV Main Battle Tank (1/72) – plastic model kit

The presented product is a high-quality plastic model kit – Modelcollect UA72044 T-72AV Main Battle Tank in 1:72 scale. It is a precisely detailed miniature of one of the most important main battle tanks of the second half of the 20th century, widely known and recognized among military technology enthusiasts. The kit does not include glue or paints, allowing modelers to choose their own finishing materials according to personal preferences.

Brief historical overview of the T-72AV

The T-72AV is a highly modernized version of the famous Soviet T-72A tank, equipped with characteristic ceramic Kontakt-1 ERA (explosive reactive armor) panels that significantly increase its resistance to shaped-charge and fragmentation rounds. The T-72AV tanks entered service in the Soviet Army in the 1980s and were also used extensively by other Warsaw Pact states as well as by numerous countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. These units saw action in conflicts such as the Soviet–Afghan War, the Iran–Iraq War, and later conflicts in the Middle East, particularly in Syria.

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal proportions for diorama and military model collectors.
• Country of use: Soviet Union, former Eastern Bloc countries, selected Middle Eastern and African nations.
• Period of use: Cold War, modern era – the vehicle has been in service from the 1980s up to the present day.
• Material: high-quality plastic; precise surface details, option to enhance the model with aftermarket parts (e.g. photo-etched details, metal barrels – not included in the basic set).
• Product category: plastic model kit.
• Kit contents: sprues with parts for self-assembly, assembly instructions. Paints and glue not included.

Recommended for whom?

The UA72044 T-72AV model is an excellent choice both for experienced military modeling enthusiasts and for intermediate modelers seeking to recreate historical armored vehicles in a small, collectible scale. The precision in replicating ERA armor details is a challenge and allows modelers to shine in weathering or creating dioramas.

• Difficulty level: 2/5 – recommended for those with basic modeling experience, requiring fundamental assembly and painting skills.

In summary, Modelcollect UA72044 T-72AV is a great choice for collectors of Cold War tanks and all armored vehicle enthusiasts who value detail and historical accuracy in their models.