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In February, Hobbyboss delivered two tracked AFVs.

In February, Hobbyboss delivered two tracked AFVs.

In our preview, we look at the colours, decals & built-up kits. We look at the colours, decals, & built-up kits in our preview…

Preview: Two tracked AFV’s from Hobbyboss in February

I.D.F. Namer-1 IFV

by Hobbyboss

: 84524

Model1/35th scale

Development of the Namer heavyweight armoured infantry fighting vehicle (AIFV) commenced in July 2007 as part of the IDF’s five-year armoured infantry fighting vehicle (AIFV) programme. The program aims to modernise the IDF’s ground forces by implementing cutting-edge technology and equipment. The colour schemes in this kit

The stickers in the box

The Namer AIFV’s chassis is the Merkava 4 chassis with sloped hybrid armor to protect the fighting compartment. The vehicle has a remote-controlled weapon station, as well as multiple smoke canisters embedded in the armour. Additionally, the Namer AIFV features two hatches on the hull roof for use by the commander and gunner, as well as a rear ramp for the efficient offload of soldiers and equipment.

Length:240mm Width: 113.5mm

Total of sprues, upper hull, lower hull and tracks

ModelThe kit consists of over 1100 parts

Multi-slide-moulded lower hull and upper hull

Individual tracks

Photo-etched parts included

The kit made up by Hobbyboss staff…

BMD-1P

by Hobbyboss


: 80154

1/48th scale

ModelThe BMD-1P was first produced in the late 1970s as a modernised variant of the BMD-1, featuring a key upgrade: the integration of a more advanced 9K111 ATGM launcher, replacing the older Malyutka system.

The colour schemes presented in this kit

The decals in the box

Despite being designed for a specific purpose, the BMD-1P was often employed as a standard infantry fighting vehicle during the conflict in Afghanistan, where it suffered significant losses due to its heavy utilisation in this capacity.

Length: 154.8mm Width: 76mm

The kit consists of over 630 parts

ModelMulti-slide-moulded lower hull and upper hull

Individual tracks

Photo-etched parts included

The kit made up by Hobbyboss staff…

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