• 1/72 scale Chinese ZTZ99A/B Main Battle Tank plastic model kit by Meng Model (Kit No. 72-013)
• Represents the advanced ZTZ99A/B (Type 99A/B) Chinese main battle tank family, developed for modern armoured warfare
• Part of China's Type 99 main battle tank programme, representing the development of modern Chinese armoured fighting vehicles
• Designed for the People's Liberation Army Ground Force (PLAGF), China's principal land warfare force
• Features the distinctive angular turret, heavily armoured hull and long-barrelled main gun
• Captures the characteristic appearance of China's modern third-generation main battle tanks
• The ZTZ99A is equipped with a powerful 125mm smoothbore main gun, incorporating an automatic loading system
• Capable of firing various 125mm ammunition types, including armour-piercing and high-explosive rounds
• The Type 99 family incorporates modern fire-control systems, thermal imaging and stabilised weapon technology
• Designed to engage enemy armoured vehicles during both day and night operations
• Features advanced composite armour and explosive reactive armour protection on the original vehicle
• The distinctive modular armour arrangement gives the ZTZ99A its recognisable modern appearance
• Equipped with a powerful diesel engine designed to provide high mobility despite substantial armour protection
• Features a tracked suspension system suitable for roads, rough terrain and demanding battlefield environments
• The ZTZ99A incorporates improvements in mobility, protection, electronics and battlefield awareness compared with earlier Type 99 variants
• Developed as part of China's ongoing military modernisation and armoured vehicle development programmes
• The Type 99 family is primarily associated with China's more advanced heavy armoured formations
• The ZTZ99A has appeared prominently in Chinese military parades, training exercises and public military demonstrations
• Its modern turret configuration and distinctive armour layout make it visually different from earlier Chinese tank designs
• The ZTZ99A/B designation identifies the tank variants represented by this Meng Model release
• Represents an interesting example of modern Chinese military engineering and main battle tank technology
• 1/72 scale provides a compact and practical display size for military vehicle collectors
• Ideal for collectors of Chinese PLA tanks, modern military armour, Asian military vehicles and contemporary main battle tanks
• Excellent companion to ZTZ96, ZTZ99, ZTZ100, Type 15, T-90 and Leopard 2 model kits
• Suitable for PLA military exercises, armoured training grounds, modern military bases and contemporary tank dioramas
• Offers excellent opportunities for historically inspired Chinese PLA digital camouflage and modern military green finishes
• Ideal for realistic mud accumulation, track wear, dust effects, subtle paint fading and operational weathering
• The angular turret, layered armour and modern weapon configuration provide an interesting painting and detailing project
• A distinctive alternative to conventional Western and Russian main battle tank models
• An excellent addition to any collection of modern Chinese military vehicles, PLA equipment and contemporary armoured warfare subjects
• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled
• Glue and paint not included
• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+
