Dragon Models 1:72 Armor Collector Series 60359
BAE Systems M2 Bradley Display Model
US Army, (M6A2 Linebacker) |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| BAE Systems M2 Bradley | | 3.5" | | 2" |
The U.S. Army's M2/M3 Bradley family is one of the world's most famous infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs), and it has successfully participated in such operations as Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Perhaps not quite so well known is the M6 Linebacker variant of the Bradley. The M6 is an air-defense vehicle found in heavy armored divisions, and it mounts four FIM-92A Stinger missiles in the launcher unit on the left of the turret instead of the two TOW missiles in a regular Bradley. The Linebacker system employs a FAAD (Forward Area Air Defense) C3I suite that allows firing while stationary or on the move. Ten spare Stinger missiles are carried inside the vehicle. The 29.9-ton M6 still retains the standard turret armament of an M242 25mm Bushmaster cannon and 7.62mm M240C coaxial machine gun, but the easiest recognition feature remains the turret-mounted missile launcher unit. Dragon Armor has previously issued highly detailed Bradley before, and now the new M6A2 Linebacker has joined the range. It is fitted with the distinctive launcher unit for the Stinger missiles and it is finished in a sand-colored camouflage scheme to represent a vehicle serving in Iraq. All the relevant details of the new M6A2 is portrayed. Additionally the vehicle has been carefully weathered to replicate the effects of Iraq's sandy and dusty environment.
The M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle is designed to be fast; it can reach a top speed of 40 miles per hour, can cross any terrain, and transitions to amphibious mode in five minutes. It is used to scout enemy positions and transport troops into hostile territory, while simultaneously providing fire cover to troops and suppressing enemy tanks. The M2 holds a crew of three: a commander, a gunner and a driver and seven fully-equipped soldiers. The 25 mm cannon fires up to 200 rounds per minute and is accurate up to 2500 meters. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Dragon's 1:72 scale M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle is constructed almost entirely of die-cast plastic, which allows for the greatest possible level of detailing. The mold features a rotating turret with elevating cannon. Hatches, hinges, amour plating and turret are all stunningly accurate, and the same level of detailing has been applied to the vehicle's track system. Further enhancement techniques such as the application of subtle airbrushed weathering effects, hand-painted tools and lights along with pad-printed unit markings provide a finishing touch.
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The Dragon Models "1:72 Dragon Armor Collector Series" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made plastic models of military vehicles. Dragon Armor tanks require no glueing or painting. Each model is an instant display piece or diorama centerpiece straight from the box and is 100% true to scale... these don't look like model tanks, they look like tanks!. Color, camouflage and unit markings are carefully researched for Maximum authenticity, marking the difference between and authentic scale model tank and a "toy" tank.
Dragon Models "1:72 Dragon Armor Collector Series" display model vehicles feature:
- Molded plastic construction (some releases include diecast metal components).
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks and detailed non-rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
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