Tamiya 37026 US Self-Propelled Howitzer
A servant of long standing, the M109 self-propelled howitzer was developed in the 1950s and has been in service from the 1960s, across numerous variants; the M109A6 took over the torch in the 2000s. Mounted in the fully-rotating turret was the L/39 155mm main gun, which had a range of 24 kilometers (30km with rocket-assisted projectiles) and was equipped with a semi-automatic loading system. 975 M109A6s were produced between 1992 and 2002, and they experienced their first action in the Iraq War in 2003.
About the Model:
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A classic Italeri kit gets an update!
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Road wheels have improved molding
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Separate parts for commander periscope, hatch underside grip, gun barrel ring, hull drain pipe and exhaust tips
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New parts depict MVS and spare track links
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Comes with 2 torso figures, numerous accessories and 3 Iraq War marking options
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Vehicle parts are a product of Italeri
Tamiya Color Chart:
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X-1 Black |
XF-1 Flat Black |
XF-57 Buff |
XF-67 NATO Green |
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X-7 Red |
XF-15 Flat Flesh |
XF-60 Dark Yellow |
XF-68 NATO Brown |
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X-10 Gun metal |
XF-20 Medium Grey |
XF-62 Olive Drab |
XF-84 Dark Iron |
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X-11 Chrome Silver |
XF-49 Khaki |
XF-64 Red Brown |
XF-85 Rubber Black |
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★A host of new and re-molded parts ensure that this kit offers a highly detailed finish.
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★Tamiya accessories, torso figures (x2) and paper ration carton parts are included in the kit.
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★With re-molded wheels plus cement- and paintable belt tracks, the suspension will catch the eye.
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★The kit's rear spade can be deployed or stowed, even after completion of the model.
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★Photo-etched parts recreate turret rear basket base, water canister strap buckles, and more.
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★A new Tamiya instruction manual, painting guide, etc. makes assembly of the kit a breeze.
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