M1A2 Abrams 120mm Gun Tank

This is my first Abrams that I have built and I enjoyed it. Great detail, different versions and lots of accessories. PRO'S: The detail, instructions and fit is excellent. The bustle rack has a mesh bottom that you cut out. The hatches and cupola have transparent material that you paint, cut out and install in all vision ports. They look so real. The two piece gun barrel went together with no seams. No need to purchase a metal barrel. They give you so much extra crews gear that I couldn't use it all. I didn't want to cover up so much of the turret. Two different cupola and machine guns. Add or delete the APU and CIP. Decals went on great. CON'S: NONE. I am a Navy Vet so I didn't know much about the Abrams. So I purchased the Squadron Signal in Action. (hobbylinc has) This was a great help. I also use Testors acrylic wash to bring out the tanks and crews gear detail. (black wash 79413) This is not a kit you put together in a weekend. Study the instructions before you start and decide what version you want. I high lighted which steps went with my version. This kit is NOT for a beginner, but a experienced builder. Just take your time and enjoy. I look forward to building Tamiya M1A1.

Well once agaian I feel that Tamiya came thru on its accuracy, it is a thick plastic design that I like, Alot of small pieces so if you have large fingers clips are a must, you will need too have some good degree of modeling skill and patience if you are looking for a pro finish, it is not terribly complicated at all the guide book is well laid out and if you don't rush, you can have a great time with the Build, I don't think a Beginner would want to jump right into this one but with after a couple less intricate parts this is worth the money and time too invest in , I am one to say from experience, I served on many Variants of the M1 Abrams, so I really try to give the best review possible , Detail and cosmetics wise great, plastic parts could be a littlethicher so they do crack as easy, Hope You Enjoy! Scott M.

This is a perfect kit to start your collection of modern us armor and vehicles, it's a vary straight forward kit with vary little problems, the only part that's a little hassle Is cutting out the glass for the vison ports, it could have been designed a bit better so they fit good but besides that it's a great kit and comes with a ton of gear and storage for the kit Which look great once complete. Overall I highly recommend.