{"product_id":"22121-takom-2027-british-main-battle-tank-chieftain-mk5p","title":"Takom 2027 CHAR DE COMBAT PRINCIPAL BRITANNIQUE CHIEFTAIN Mk.5\/P","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTakom 2027 BRITISH MAIN BATTLE TANK CHIEFTAIN Mk.5\/P – 1:35 Scale Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTakom 2027 BRITISH MAIN BATTLE TANK CHIEFTAIN Mk.5\/P\u003c\/strong\u003e is a precisely detailed plastic model kit in the popular 1:35 scale. This offering is intended for modelers who wish to build one of the most iconic tanks of the Royal Army – the British \u003cstrong\u003eChieftain Mk.5\/P\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChieftain Mk.5\/P\u003c\/strong\u003e served as the main battle tank of the British Army during the \u003cstrong\u003eCold War\u003c\/strong\u003e period. Its production began in the early 1960s, and the Mk.5\/P version was introduced into service in 1970. This model stood out for its excellent firepower-to-armor ratio – it was equipped with a rifled 120mm L11A5 gun, combined with an advanced fire control system and very thick multi-layered armor. Chieftain Mk.5 tanks also saw combat outside Western Europe, such as in Iran during the Iran-Iraq war and in Kuwait during the Cold War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTakom 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e kit features highly detailed sprues with parts made of high-quality plastic. Thanks to modern injection molding techniques, every detail of the British tank – from the characteristic armor panels to the BOAR suspension system, turret interior, or periscope set – has been recreated with attention to detail. The box also includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndividual-link plastic tracks for assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClear, full-color assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecals with various vehicle marking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eParts to build commander’s cupola details as well as additional combat equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit \u003cstrong\u003edoes not include paints or glue\u003c\/strong\u003e – these materials must be purchased separately. As a member of the \u003cstrong\u003eplastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e category, this model is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level \u003cstrong\u003e4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e) who value realism, assembly challenges, and high build quality. It is an excellent choice for military enthusiasts, military history buffs, and collectors of armored vehicles from the Cold War era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend this model to every enthusiast of British engineering as well as those looking for an interesting modeling project that will help develop skills in building and painting armored vehicles with realistic details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Takom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720235733326,"sku":"TAK2027","price":55.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/9ef51edea84e52a731768ebe1d456886.jpg?v=1755495933","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/22121-takom-2027-british-main-battle-tank-chieftain-mk5p","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}