{"product_id":"54368-dragon-armor-63073-aavp-7a1-wenhanced-applique-armor-kit-172","title":"Dragon Armor 63073 AAVP-7A1 w\/Enhanced Applique Armor Kit 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eDragon Armor 63073 AAVP-7A1 w\/Enhanced Applique Armor Kit 1\/72\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The plastic model kit \u003cstrong\u003eDragon Armor 63073 AAVP-7A1 w\/Enhanced Applique Armor Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e in the popular \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e scale is an excellent choice for modelers interested in modern military technology. This kit represents the American AAVP-7A1 armored personnel carrier equipped with the EAAK additional armor kit, faithfully replicating its current, enhanced protection configuration.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cb\u003eAAVP-7A1\u003c\/b\u003e (Assault Amphibious Vehicle Personnel) was developed by BAE Systems (formerly FMC, later United Defense) for the \u003cb\u003eUnited States Marine Corps\u003c\/b\u003e (USMC). This 29-ton amphibious armored personnel carrier has been the mainstay of US Marine amphibious assault forces since the 1970s, excelling in both training exercises and actual combat operations. It has seen extensive use in conflicts such as the \u003ci\u003eGulf War\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOperation Iraqi Freedom\u003c\/i\u003e, and in peacekeeping missions around the world. In 1993, \u003cb\u003eEnhanced Applique Armor Kit (EAAK)\u003c\/b\u003e sets were introduced, significantly increasing the protection of crew and transported soldiers during operations in challenging combat environments, especially in urban warfare.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modern era, from the 1970s to present\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Model made from high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd-ons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precisely detailed EAAK armor kit (additional armor), numerous surface details, realistic turret and hull elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We recommend this model for both intermediate and advanced military modelers seeking detailed, modern vehicles in 1\/72 scale for their collections. \u003cstrong\u003eDragon Armor 63073\u003c\/strong\u003e offers excellent molding quality and details, featuring accurate reproduction of the AAVP-7A1's distinctive features, including the special EAAK armor plates. It's a great choice for expanding a contemporary battlefield diorama or a USMC equipment collection. Glue and paints are not included.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cb\u003eAssembly difficulty:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\/5 – recommended for modelers with basic experience in assembling military kits.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dragon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723172073806,"sku":"D63073","price":35.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/1f6ff46137de16a53331032cfcee5da4.jpg?v=1755553882","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/54368-dragon-armor-63073-aavp-7a1-wenhanced-applique-armor-kit-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}