Revell 03243 Leopard 2A5 / A5NL – plastic tank model kit in 1:35 scale

The Revell 03243 Leopard 2A5 / A5NL is a high-quality plastic model kit faithfully replicating one of the world’s most advanced main battle tanks. The set comes in the popular 1:35 scale, recommended by modelers, allowing for accurate detail representation while maintaining a practical model size. This kit gives you the option to build either the German Leopard 2A5 or the Dutch A5NL variant, making it especially attractive for enthusiasts of NATO armored vehicles.

Technical and historical information about the Leopard 2A5 / A5NL

The Leopard 2A5 was introduced into the Bundeswehr in the mid-1990s as an upgraded version of the legendary Leopard 2. Developed in Germany and exported—among others—to the Netherlands as the A5NL variant, it represents the pinnacle of German engineering during the Cold War and modern era. The tank features innovative composite armor, an advanced fire control system, and formidable armament in the form of the Rheinmetall 120 mm smoothbore gun. These vehicles actively participated in NATO missions, including in Kosovo and on Western European training grounds.

• Model scale: 1:35
• Country of use: Germany, Netherlands
• Period of use: Cold War, modern era (from the 1990s to today)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Included in the kit: plastic sprues, detailed assembly instructions, decals with German and Dutch markings
• Category: plastic model kit

Recommendation and assembly difficulty level

Revell 03243 Leopard 2A5 / A5NL is a highly detailed model—accurately reproducing the running gear, "wedge" turret, defensive systems, and construction features unique to both variants. We recommend this product to advanced modelers and anyone interested in modern military vehicles, especially NATO armored vehicles. The assembly difficulty is rated as 4 out of 5; therefore, it is recommended for those with prior experience building models in this scale. The assembly instructions are detailed, but we recommend using your own tools, glue, and paints (not included in the kit). The finished result is an impressive miniature that will greatly enhance any collection of modern armored vehicles.