The Israeli Achzarit Early APC is a heavily armored infantry fighting vehicle developed from captured Soviet T-54/T-55 tank chassis, converted by the Israel Defense Forces to provide superior troop protection in urban and high-threat environments. Introduced in the 1980s, the Achzarit became one of the most distinctive heavy APC designs in service, emphasizing survivability through extensive add-on armor and compact troop-carrying arrangements. Meng Model’s SS003 1/35 scale kit accurately reproduces the early production configuration, featuring finely detailed hull structure, realistic armor appliqué, and a fully detailed interior reflecting its unique conversion layout. Original release from Meng Model, kit SS003.
Box Contents:
Injection-moulded plastic sprues in grey styrene Highly detailed Achzarit early production hull and armor structure Full interior detailing for troop compartment and driver station Detailed engine and transmission components Workable or link-and-length style track system Photo-etched detail parts for exterior fittings Clear parts for periscopes and vision blocks Optional open or closed hatch configurations Decal sheet with IDF marking options Assembly instructions and painting guide