AFV Club German Army Waffentrger Wiesel 1 MELLS Tracked Weapons Carrier (1/35) AF35352

AFV Club AF35352 1/35 German Army Waffentrger Wiesel 1 MELLS Tracked Weapons Carrier Product Overview: Experience the agility and firepower of modern airborne anti-tank warfare with this 1/35 scale model of the Wiesel 1 MELLS. This compact tracked vehicle, equipped with the Mehrrollenfhiges Leichtes Lenkflugkrper-System (MELLS), offers a detailed representation of Germany's lightweight armoured platform designed for rapid deployment and precision strikes. Features: 1/35 scale plastic model kit Highly detailed components including MELLS launcher and missile Photo-etched parts for enhanced realism Accurate representation of the Wiesel 1's compact design Suitable for dioramas and standalone display Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately. History: The Wiesel 1 is a German light air-transportable armoured fighting vehicle developed for the Bundeswehr's airborne troops. Originally equipped with TOW missiles, the platform was upgraded to the MELLS system, integrating the Israeli Spike-LR missile for enhanced fire-and-forget capability. This modernization extended the vehicle's service life and improved its effectiveness in modern combat scenarios. The Wiesel 1 MELLS continues to serve as a testament to Germany's commitment to versatile and rapid-response military solutions.