De Agostini 1:72 Military Vehicles DACT06
Spahpanzer Luchs Diecast Model
Bundeswehr Pz.Aufkl.Btl.7, Augustdorf, Germany, 2000

1:72 Scale		Length		Width
Spahpanzer Luchs		4.25"		1.75"

The Spahpanzer Luchs (Lynx) is a German 8x8 amphibious reconnaissance armoured fighting vehicle (Spahpanzer) in service since 1975 with the German Army, who used 408 in their armoured reconnaissance battalions. It was developed by Daimler-Benz between 1968 and 1975, replacing the M41 and the Schutzenpanzer SPz 11-2 Kurz. The all-wheel drive Luchs made by Thyssen-Henschel (now Rheinmetall) is well armoured, has an NBC protection system and is characterized by its low-noise running. The eight large low-pressure tyres have run-flat properties. At speeds up to about 50 km/h, all four axles can be steered. As a special feature, the vehicle is equipped with a rear-facing driver with his own driving position. Up to the first combat effectiveness upgrade in 1986, the Luchs was fully amphibious and could surmount water obstacles quickly and independently using propellers at the rear and the fold back trim vane at the front.

Spahpanzer Luchs

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De Agostini 1:72 Military Vehicles

The De Agostini "1:72 Military Vehicles" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military vehicles in 1:72 scale. To help keep the price down, these items arrive in low-cost, discardable blister type packaging.

De Agostini "1:72 Military Vehicles" diecast vehicles feature:

• Diecast metal and plastic construction.
• Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
• Fitted, non-moving tracks on 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.