Tamiya 35279 - 1/35 French MBT Leclerc Series 2 田宮軍事模型軍事製品 雙星孖星  [35279]

• This year&39;s Big Item in static models category must function as the Leclerc French Main Battle Tank. This deluxe model is based on guide materials obtained from the French army by Tamiya&39;s French designer, offering us a undoubtedly privileged possibility to add this excellent model to our 1/35 contemporary battle tank selection.
• Towards Leclerc
  Deployed in 1993, the next generation modern battle tank Leclerc is a truly revolutionary war machine. It absolutely was one of the primary tanks to feature a sophisticated electronic devices system that includes complete computerization of functions like targeting, control and communications. The Leclerc&39;s distinctively shaped turret mounts a 52 caliber 120mm cannon with an automatic loading unit, with the capacity of firing 10 rounds per minute. Modular armor system makes fix and upgrading easier than ever. The tank is powered by a tight, 4-stroke V-8 diesel motor and features gas turbines for auxiliry energy. Weighing a total of 56 tons, the Leclerc has a lightweight and sensible chassis, causing speed and mobility. Introduced in 1997, the Leclerc Series 2 features a turret-mounted air conditioner to cool the computer system
• Leclerc as retold by Tamiya&39;s French designer
  In July 2004, I had the honor of visiting the 6-12th Cuirassier Regiment of the French Army to attempt a 2-day photo shoot associated with the French MBT Leclerc. The 6-12th Cuirassier Regiment is based at Olivet, a little town just south of Orleans. Orleans is a lovely town on the Loire river, and is distinguished for the 1429 Siege of Orleans, among Joan of Arc&39;s most famous victories.

  The 6-12th Cuirassier Regiment traces its origins back once again to early nineteenth century while the Napoleon Army. This unit happens to be the main 2nd armored brigade, previously referred to as 2nd armored division which was led by General Leclerc during WWII. The regiment is equipped with 80 Leclerc primary battle tanks arranged into 2 categories of 40, which can be further sub-divided into 3 squadrons of 13 tanks, plus one tank the squadron commander.

  After fulfilling with Tamiya European countries staff in Orleans, we headed to your base and underwent identification checks before getting approval to enter. I happened to be really honored to see this unit since it is regarded as one of the most capable units of this French Army. We had been then introduced to Colonel Charles Beaudouin, commanding officer of the 6-12th Cuirassier Regiment, and Lieutenant-Colonel Pierre Frouin, the executive officer. Colonel Beaudouin graduated from Saint-Cyr, the prestigious officer college regarding the French Army, and was closely active in the Leclerc&39;s development, having been in cost of the program for just two years before assuming demand associated with the 6-12th Cuirassier Regiment. He was happy to greatly help Tamiya in developing a 1/35 scale style of the Leclerc as he's got been making models since he had been 10-years-old.

  After a brief conference arrived the minute to begin focusing on the Leclerc. The Leclerc is quite a complex tank featuring plenty of details, so that it took all day every day to just take all the images we required. We were very fortunate because during our visit one Leclerc ended up being undergoing maintenance, permitting united states the chance to just take pictures of suspension and underside panel. We stayed at Olivet until 5:00pm prior to going back into Orleans where we remained for the night. After an excellent nights sleep, we returned to Olivet in order to complete off our picture shoot for the Leclerc. Today had been mainly utilized to measure the actual proportions regarding the tank, how to make certain we offer Tamiya fans a reproduction as accurate possible. With this primary jobs achieved we were provided a trip associated with the facility including a presentation of simulators used to train crews. We then stated goodbye to our hosts and began our long journey home.

  With this particular being my very first picture shoot, the knowledge was quite unique. I'd the chance to see perhaps one of the most powerful tanks in the world and meet committed individuals whose work should defend their homeland. I stuffed these feelings of excitement and respect with me as I headed back once again to Japan, on a regular basis thinking about the easiest way to turn these photos and emotions into an excellent 1/35 scale model that most will enjoy.

  
  

Specs and Features:

• 1/35 scale model accurately reproduces the Leclerc&39;s distinctive modular armor.
• High precision molding faithfully depicts the Leclerc Series 2&39;s complex framework even right down to the smallest details like smoke dischargers and commander&39;s cupola.
• First model to feature die-cast road tires, for practical fat and tank-like solidity.
• Impressively depicts 120mm cannon with thermal sleeve.
• Commander&39;s sight can turn and contains lenses made from clear parts.
• Includes clear components for head and tail lights.
• Includes 4 forms of markings and 1 commander figure.