Trumpeter 07158 M983 HEMTT & M901 Launching Station w/MIM-104 Patriot SAM System (PAC-2) 1/72

Trumpeter 07158 M983 HEMTT & M901 Launching Station w/MIM-104 Patriot SAM System (PAC-2) in 1/72 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit designed for enthusiasts of modern military technology and contemporary air defense systems. The model replicates the most famous surface-to-air missile system of the 21st century – the MIM-104 Patriot – used by the United States Army and many allied countries such as Germany, Japan, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and South Korea.

The Patriot is a system whose history began in the late 1970s and has been in continuous service for over four decades, from the Cold War period to the present. The Patriot system gained particular fame during the Gulf War in 1991, where it effectively protected coalition forces and civilian targets against Iraqi Scud ballistic missiles. The M983 HEMTT is an eight-wheeled heavy logistics support vehicle that serves as the carrier for the M901 launcher, which, in turn, operates launch containers for PAC-2 missiles.

• Scale: 1/72
• Period: Cold War – modern times
• Country of use: United States, NATO allied countries, and selected Middle Eastern and Asian nations
• Material: high-quality plastic + rubber-like tires
• Finished model length: 300 mm
• Finished model width: 35.6 mm
• Number of parts: over 150 parts
• Number of sprues: 8 plus cab and tires
• Extras: no metal parts, no resin or photo-etched components
• Category: plastic model kit
• Assembly difficulty level: 3/5 (requires precision, but is intended for intermediate modelers thanks to clearly designed parts and detailed instructions)

The Trumpeter 07158 model from the 1/72 series stands out for its excellent replication of the details of the vehicle and missile launcher, as well as realistic rubber tires. The precise detail makes it an excellent choice for modern army enthusiasts and military collectors looking to expand their collection with a unique air defense system of real strategic significance. The set allows you to build a diorama scene or an impressive display in a showcase.

We recommend this model for intermediate and advanced modelers. It serves as a great base for additional detailing, customization, and weathering techniques. Trumpeter 07158 guarantees satisfaction from building a modern, recognizable military vehicle of substantial historic and collectible value.