Solido Armor S4800301
General Dynamics M1A1 Abrams Diecast Model
US Army | Limited Edition
500
Pieces Worldwide |
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| 1:58 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| General Dynamics M1A1 Abrams | | 6.5" | | 2.5" |
The M1 Abrams is an American third-generation main battle tank produced by the United States. It is named after General Creighton Abrams, former Army Chief of Staff and Commander of U.S. military forces in the Vietnam War from 1968 to 1972. Highly mobile, designed for modern armored ground warfare, the M1 is well armed and heavily armored. Notable features include the use of a powerful multifuel turbine engine, the adoption of sophisticated composite armor, and separate ammunition storage in a blow-out compartment for crew safety. Weighing nearly 68 short tons (almost 62 metric tons), it is one of the heaviest main battle tanks in service.
Please note: Although this model is included in Solido's 1:48 scale series, it is actually produced in 1:58 scale, making it slightly undersized compared to the rest of the range. Nevertheless, it still measures nearly 7 inches long and features a significant metal content giving it plenty of "heft".
General Dynamics delivered the first M1 Abrams to the U.S. Army in 1980. The Abrams is a full tracked, low profile land combat system possessing a high degree of armor protection, lethal firepower, maneuverability and agility. It is built primarily from sturdy rolled homogeneous armor steel plates, sandwiched around thicker protective material. Its four man crew is aided by an array of sensors that constantly monitor the tank's tilt, the turret's motion and any gusts of wind; a computer adjusts the gun accordingly to keep it aimed at its target. With this system, the M1 can take out other tanks while on the move. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Solido range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military vehicles.
Solido diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- 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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