1/35 M1A1 Abrams 'Iraq 2003'

The M1A1 Abrams main battle tank is the principal combat tank of the United States Army. The M1 Abrams first entered US Army service in 1980. An improved version of the M1, the M1A1 was introduced in 1985. The M1A1 has a 120mm smoothbore gun developed by Germany, improved armor and an NBC protection system. Further combat was seen during 2003 when US forces invaded Iraq and deposed the Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein. No Abrams tank has ever been destroyed as a result of fire from an enemy tank, though a number have been disabled in ambushes employing short-range antitank rockets like the Russian RPG7 and RPG18.

Academy brings this kit to a new level of realism by including decals and instruction for both US Army and Marine constructions.
M1A1, B Company, 3 tank Battalion, 66 Armored Regiment, US Army, Iraq 2003
M1A1, C Company, 1 Tank Battalion, USMC, Iraq, 2003
This authentic and highly accurate model is further enhanced by various accessories made from newly built tooling.

Some options include:
Army or USMC type smoke dischargers
APU or rear turret basket
USMC 'dazzler' option
Positionable crew hatches
Positionable gunner's sight doors
Therman IFF panels
Optional crew figure