The Hobby Boss 84523 plastic model kit depicts the Israeli main battle tank IDF Merkava Mk IV with the Trophy active protection system, made in the popular 1/35 scale. This product is intended for discerning modelers who appreciate both detail and faithful reproduction of modern military technology. The model requires assembly (paints and glue not included).

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: Israel
• Service period: modern era (production since 2001, officially commissioned in 2004)
• Material: highest quality plastic, with meticulously replicated external equipment and the Trophy active protection system
• Category: plastic model kit
• Set includes: precisely molded Merkava IV parts, Trophy system components, and decals for making an IDF vehicle

The Merkava Mk IV is the Israeli Defense Forces' main battle tank born from years of combat experience. Great emphasis was placed on crew protection—hence its innovative layered armor and capacity for transporting several infantrymen or wounded. The variant in this kit features the Trophy system, the world's most advanced active protection system for vehicles against anti-tank missiles.

The Merkava IV has been used multiple times in numerous Israeli Army combat operations in the 21st century, including during the Lebanon conflict in 2006 and various actions in the Gaza Strip. The Trophy protection system was first successfully used in combat during these operations, saving tank crews from attacks with modern anti-tank missiles.

We recommend this kit to both experienced modelers and ambitious intermediates—the high number of parts and level of detail require skill and patience, but the end result will meet the expectations of the most demanding collectors of modern armored vehicles. The difficulty of building this model is rated at 4/5.

Hobby Boss 84523 IDF Merkava Mk IV w/Trophy 1/35 is an excellent choice for military enthusiasts, collectors of Israeli models, and fans of modern tanks. The detailed sprues guarantee satisfaction during assembly and a unique display in any collection.