{"product_id":"meng-model-1-72-us-m1a2-sep-v2-abrams-72-016-modern-american-main-battle-tank-us-army-plastic-model-kit-nz-stock","title":"Meng Model 1\/72 US M1A2 SEP V2 Abrams 72-016 Modern American Main Battle Tank US Army Plastic Model Kit NZ Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003e• 1\/72 scale US M1A2 SEP V2 Abrams plastic model kit by Meng Model (Kit No. 72-016)\u003cbr\u003e• Represents the M1A2 SEP V2 Abrams, an upgraded version of the United States Army's iconic main battle tank\u003cbr\u003e• SEP V2 (System Enhancement Package Version 2) introduced significant improvements to the Abrams' electronics, communications and battlefield capabilities\u003cbr\u003e• Developed from the original M1 Abrams family, which entered US Army service in 1980\u003cbr\u003e• Features the distinctive angular turret, heavily armoured hull and powerful 120mm smoothbore main gun\u003cbr\u003e• Armed with the 120mm M256 smoothbore cannon, capable of firing advanced armour-piercing and multipurpose ammunition\u003cbr\u003e• Equipped with a 7.62mm coaxial machine gun and additional defensive machine guns\u003cbr\u003e• The SEP V2 configuration incorporates the Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) for improved crew protection during defensive engagements\u003cbr\u003e• Features advanced digital battlefield systems designed to improve situational awareness, communications and combat coordination\u003cbr\u003e• Incorporates upgraded electronic displays and improved command-and-control capabilities\u003cbr\u003e• Protected by sophisticated composite armour, with protection enhancements developed throughout the Abrams programme\u003cbr\u003e• Powered by the Honeywell AGT1500 gas turbine engine, producing approximately 1,500 horsepower\u003cbr\u003e• The gas turbine provides excellent acceleration and mobility despite the tank's substantial combat weight\u003cbr\u003e• The original M1A2 SEP V2 weighs approximately 63 tonnes or more, depending on equipment and configuration\u003cbr\u003e• Capable of reaching road speeds of approximately 67 km\/h under suitable conditions\u003cbr\u003e• Operated by a four-man crew, consisting of a commander, gunner, loader and driver\u003cbr\u003e• Equipped with advanced thermal imaging, laser rangefinding and stabilised fire-control systems\u003cbr\u003e• Designed to engage enemy armoured vehicles accurately while moving across difficult terrain\u003cbr\u003e• The Abrams family has served extensively with the United States Army in numerous overseas deployments\u003cbr\u003e• The M1A2 SEP V2 represents an important stage in the modernisation of American armoured warfare during the 2000s and 2010s\u003cbr\u003e• Its advanced electronics and communications systems were designed to support networked battlefield operations\u003cbr\u003e• The SEP V2 was developed to improve combat effectiveness, crew survivability and operational reliability\u003cbr\u003e• Features the characteristic large turret bustle, extensive external equipment and modern Abrams silhouette\u003cbr\u003e• The Abrams remains one of the world's most recognisable modern main battle tanks\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/72 scale provides a compact display size suitable for modern military dioramas and small-scale armour collections\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for collectors of US Army tanks, M1A2 Abrams variants, modern main battle tanks and American military vehicles\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent companion to M2A3 Bradley, M113 APC, Stryker, HMMWV and other modern US Army vehicles\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for modern US Army armoured formations, military training exercises and contemporary battlefield dioramas\u003cbr\u003e• Offers excellent opportunities for historically inspired US Army NATO three-colour camouflage and desert sand finishes, depending on the specific vehicle and deployment\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for realistic mud accumulation, track wear, chipped paint, dust, exhaust staining and operational weathering\u003cbr\u003e• The angular turret and extensive external equipment provide opportunities for detailed painting and highlighting\u003cbr\u003e• An excellent addition to any collection of modern military armour, American main battle tanks and contemporary armoured warfare equipment\u003cbr\u003e• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled\u003cbr\u003e• Glue and paint not included\u003cbr\u003e• Recommended for modellers aged 14+\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meng","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52033338212598,"sku":"72-016","price":23.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/3227\/7238\/files\/72-016.jpg?v=1792912465","url":"https:\/\/www.imaginefleet.co.nz\/products\/meng-model-1-72-us-m1a2-sep-v2-abrams-72-016-modern-american-main-battle-tank-us-army-plastic-model-kit-nz-stock","provider":"Imaginefleet Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}