Israel Merkava ARV – HOBBY BOSS 82457

A model of the brand HobbyBoss the kit : Israel Merkava ARV – HOBBY BOSS 82457

Features : The kit consists of over 1070 parts – Multi-directional slide moulded lower hull and upper hull – 216 individual tracks links – Photo-etched parts included

One of the two types of Merkava-based armoured recovery vehicles being trialed. This is the variant with the lighter lift capacity. Although officially built upon the hull of a Merkava 3,this model seems to have many of the characteristics of the Merkava 4. Note the characteristic Merkava 4 style engine exhaust and glacis plate. The machine is fitted with Merkava 3 style tracks. Also note the type of grid armour for the side skirts characteristic of the Merkava 4. Note the two FN 7.62mm machine guns for crew protection.

Source: Hobby Boss