Takom 2155 Versuchstrager VT 1-2 in 1/35 scale is a precise plastic model kit representing one of the most unique and experimental armored vehicles of the Cold War era. The Versuchsträger VT 1-2, developed in West Germany by the MaK company, was a prototype twin-gun combat tank without a traditional turret. This kit offers an excellent replica of the original, retaining the unique features of the vehicle such as dual cannons and a low silhouette.

The VT 1-2 was created as part of the search for a successor to the Leopard 1 in the 1970s. The Kampfpanzer 3 (KPz 3) project involved Germany, and initially also the United Kingdom, which later withdrew as it favored a turreted design. The developed prototype aimed to revolutionize tank design by using two cannons and eliminating the traditional turret, which was intended to improve protection and lower the vehicle’s profile. Ultimately, the project remained at the testing stage, and the VT 1-2 never entered mass production or service. West Germany eventually chose to develop the Leopard 2.

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: West Germany (FRG)
• Historical period: Cold War, 1970s
• Material: High-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Set does not include: glue and paints
• Accessories included: photo-etched parts, detailed tracks
• Manufacturer: Takom

The Takom 2155 Versuchstrager VT 1-2 model is primarily recommended for advanced modelers and enthusiasts of armored vehicles and unique prototypes. The kit is characterized by high fidelity and a wealth of details, appreciated by collectors as well as military technology history fans. It will work perfectly as the central point of a Cold War-themed diorama.

Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 – the model requires experience and precision, especially when assembling photo-etched parts and complex suspension and armament components.

If you are interested in rare designs and want to expand your collection with little-known armored vehicles, Takom 2155 Versuchstrager VT 1-2 1/35 will be an excellent choice.