Meng Model TS-048 PLA ZTQ15 Light Tank 1/35 – Plastic Model Kit

Discover a precisely detailed model of the Meng TS-048 PLA ZTQ15 light tank in 1/35 scale, a faithful replica of a modern Chinese combat vehicle. The ZTQ15 – also known as the “Black Panther” – is the latest design used by the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and the Marine Corps, created with operations in challenging terrain such as plateaus and forested areas in mind. The ZTQ15 has been produced since the mid-2010s and has been used in modern conflicts and featured in PLA military parades since 2018.

This model allows for a deeper exploration of the latest warfare techniques and the unique Chinese approach to light tank design. Made from high-quality plastic, the kit consists of numerous finely reproduced elements:

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: China
• Period of use: Modern times (since 2018)
• Material: Plastic, transparent parts
• Additional equipment: one-piece tracks made from durable material, torsion bars for functional suspension, transparent elements (lights, visors), recreated auxiliary equipment and parade insignia
• Model includes: precisely detailed 105 mm gun in multiple parts, separately reproduced panther emblem, possibility to open all crew hatches, two painting schemes
• Dimensions when assembled: length 280 mm, width 92.2 mm

The ZTQ15 is known for its mobility, modular armor (including the option to install reactive armor), modern fire-control system, and advanced observation systems. It enables effective "find and attack" operations with a high level of situational awareness – a hallmark of the world’s most advanced combat vehicles. The model allows for a realistic recreation of these details, making it an excellent choice for advanced military modelers.

Category: Plastic model kit

Difficulty level: 4/5 (high number of details, advanced construction – recommended for intermediate and experienced modelers)

We especially recommend this model to enthusiasts of modern armored vehicles and collectors of the latest military technology. This is not only a real treat for fans of Far Eastern military engineering, but also an excellent way to get to know the modern solutions featured in the Chinese army.