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M1 Abrams Tank Platoon (TUBX01)

M1 Abrams Tank Platoon (TUBX01)

Includes five plastic M1 Abrams tanks, resin tank commander sprue, three Unit Cards & decal sheet.

The M1 Abrams is America’s first totally-new battle tank since the Second World War. Its top secret Chobham armour makes it one of the best protected tanks in the world, and one of the heaviest tanks. Despite this, its multi-fuel gas turbine engine makes it the fastest as well.

The M1 Abrams Tank Platoon (TUBX01) has been replaced. You can now see the new version of the Abrams here...

Designed by Tim Adcock
Painted by Aaron Mathie

M1 Abrams Tank Platoon (TUBX01)

The M1 Abrams’ NATO-standard 105mm gun fires the latest long-rod, fin-stabilised ammunition, giving it incredible penetrating power. This time-tested gun combines remarkably compact rounds for a high rate of fire, with a deadly effect against almost any type of target. Its advanced stabiliser, laser rangefinder, and thermal imager allow it to hit targets at any range while moving rapidly across any terrain, whether by day or by night.

Crew survivability is another focus of this superb design. The tank’s ready-use ammunition is all stored in an armoured compartment at the back of the tank. If the ammunition is hit, blow-out panels on the top of the turret ensure the crews survival. If the tank doesn’t blow up immediately when it’s hit, the crew know they are safe to continue fighting. Overall, the M1 Abrams is perhaps the best tank in existence, with a good balance between the triad of mobility, protection, and firepower. 

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Painting MERDC

Painting MERDC

You can find out all about the distinctive MERDC camouflage pattern here...

All the colours you need to paint MERDC can be found in the Quartermasters Paint Set and the Team Yankee American Paint Set.

And we have a set of templates to help paint MERDC camouflage here...

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Crew:
Weight:
Length:
Width:
Height:
Weapons:
4 - commander, gunner, loader, driver
55.70 tonnes
9.77m (32')
3.66m (12')
2.44m (8')
M68 105mm gun
M2HB .50 cal MG
2 x M240 7.62mm MG
Armour:

Speed:
Engine:
Range:
Chobham - 42cm RHA equivalent, 
65mm RHA against HEAT
72km/h (45 mph)
Honeywell AGT1500C gas turbine 1,120kW (1,500 hp)
480km (300 miles)
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The M1 Abrams in Team Yankee
Tactical
Terrain Dash

Cross Country Dash

Road Dash
Cross
14"/35cm 18"/45cm  28"/70cm  32"/80cm 2+
Weapon
Range

ROF
Halted Moving

Anti-tank
Firepower
Notes
M68 105mm gun 40"/100cm 2 2 20 2+
Advanced Stabiliser, Laser Rangefinder
.50 cal AA MG 20"/50cm 3 2 4 5+  
7.62mm AA MG 16"/40cm 1 1 2 6  
 7.62mm MG  16"/40cm 1 1 2 6  
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M1 Abrams Tank Platoon Box Contents
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M1 Abrams Tank Sprue (x5)
M1 Abrams Tank Platoon (TUBX01)
Tank Commander Sprue
M1 Abrams Tank Platoon (TUBX01)
Unit Cards
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M1 Abrams Tank Platoon (TUBX01) Decal Sheet

M1 Abrams Tank Platoon (TUBX01)

 

 

 

 

  


Assembling the M1 Abrams tank

M1 Abrams Tank Platoon (TUBX01)


Last Updated On Wednesday, December 13, 2017