Das Werk Bruckenlegepanzer M48 A2 AVLB (1/35) DW35025

Das Werk 1/35 Scale Military Vehicle KitDas Werk Brckenlegepanzer M48 A2 AVLB (1/35) Item DW35025Das Werks M48 A2 AVLB is a meticulously detailed 1/35 scale model of the U.S. Armys armoured vehicle-launched bridge, based on the reliable M48 Patton chassis. This kit includes full bridge assembly with folding mechanism, deployable bridge sections, accurate tow cables, and detailed engine deck componentsideal for engineering and combat-support dioramas. 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit (Das Werk DW35025) Full bridge with folding launch ramp and deployment supports Detailed hydraulic actuators and pivoting bridge sections Accurate chassis: suspension, roadwheels, sprockets, return rollers Photo-etched grills, periscopes, tow cables, and deployable strutted supports Clear parts for vision blocks and marker lightsNote: Requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints, and tools are not included.Historical Background:The M48 A2 AVLB entered U.S. Army service in the 1960s, offering armoured bridge-laying support for combat units. Using a scissors-type bridge system, it could deploy a 22-meter bridge in under three minutes. Built on the robust M48 Patton platform, it provided armoured mobility for engineer teams advancing under threat.Suggested Paint References:These paint suggestions are visually based on authentic U.S. Army engineering vehicle finishes and may differ from the colours referenced in the instructions. ComponentFinishTamiyaVallejoMr HobbyMr Color Vehicle Hull & BridgeSemi MatteXF-61 Dark Green70.893 US Dark GreenH303 Green FS34102C303 Green FS34102 Suspension & TracksMattXF-69 NATO Black70.862 Black GreyH031 Black FS37038C137 Tyre Black Road Wheels & Bridge SupportsSemi MatteXF-62 Olive Drab70.887 Brown VioletH304 Olive DrabC304 Olive Drab Hydraulic Lines & PistonsMetallicXF-56 Metallic Grey70.863 Gunmetal GreyH028 SteelC028 Steel Engine Deck & GrillesSemi MatteXF-20 Medium Grey71.065 Grey GreenH307 FS36231C307 FS36231 Lights & Marker FixturesSemi GlossXF-8 Flat Blue70.899 Prussian BlueH326 Blue FS15042C326 Blue FS15042