Trumpeter 07215 Challenger II MBT Iraq War (1/72)

The plastic model kit Trumpeter 07215 Challenger II MBT Iraq War in 1/72 scale is a high-quality proposition for enthusiasts of military armored vehicles. The model represents one of the most technologically advanced main battle tanks of our era – the British Challenger 2, used among others during the Iraq War.

• Country of use: United Kingdom
• Period of use: modern times (from the mid-1990s to the present, with intensive use during the Iraq War from 2003-2011)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Add-ons: realistic details, segmented tracks, precisely recreated equipment elements from the Iraq conflict era
• Build difficulty: 2/5

The Trumpeter 07215 Challenger II MBT Iraq War model faithfully reflects the characteristic features of the Challenger 2 tank – massive silhouette, Chobham composite armor, modern fire control systems, and the mounted 120 mm L30A1 smoothbore gun. The version from the Iraq War period also includes modifications characteristic for this campaign, such as improved armor or additional anti-mine equipment.

Challenger 2 was the pinnacle of British tank engineering. This tank was widely used by the British armed forces in the Balkans conflicts and, most notably, during Operation Telic – the invasion of Iraq in 2003 and in the years that followed.

The kit does not include paints or glue, allowing you to choose your own favorite modeling accessories. Excellent part fit and a high level of detail make the model recommended for both beginners and intermediate modelers looking for an attractive project in 1/72 scale. It allows for recreating the realistic silhouette of the legendary tank, a symbol of the modern armored forces of the United Kingdom.

The Trumpeter product is highly recommended for collectors of historic military vehicles as well as all fans of modern armored weaponry. Thanks to its high level of detail, it will work great in collections, model competitions, and historical dioramas alike.