Description

The successor to the Leopard 1, the Leopard 2, was first produced in 1979. A variety of upgrade programs and options are available for the Leopard 2. These include the Atlas Elektronik Vehicle Integrated Command and Information System (IFIS), a digital command and information system. The Leopard 2 has had technical improvements under Upgrading Level I and Level II programs. A new smoothbore gun, the 120 millimetre L55 Gun, has been developed by Rheinmetall GmbH of Ratingen, Germany to replace the shorter 120 millimetre L44 smoothbore tankgun on the Leopard 2. It permits effective use of a new APFSDS-T round, DM53 (LKE II), with a longer rod penetrator, and which is under development.

1/35 Danish Leopard 2A5DK Tank Plastic Model Kit by HobbyBoss delivers a modern NATO main battle tank showpiece for land military modellers focused on contemporary armoured forces and detailed scale builds.

Featuring: Danish 2A5DK configuration: Captures the wedge shaped turret armour and national fittings unique to Danish service.

Highly detailed hull and turret: Includes fine surface textures, smoke launchers, optics, and external equipment.

Individual track links: Builds realistic track runs with accurate ground contact and stance.

Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate): Length: 28.5 cm Width: 10.7 cm Height: 8.6 cm Technical Specifications: Scale: 1/35 Manufacturer: HobbyBoss Model: Danish Leopard 2A5DK Parts count: Approx. 1,000 pieces Material: Injection-moulded plastic Assembly: Required Paint/Glue: Required (not included) Recommended Age: 14+ Land Military: Track Type: Individual links Land Military: Figures Included: No Perfect for: Modern armour enthusiasts, NATO vehicle collectors, and advanced 1/35 scale military displays.

Why this kit matters The Leopard 2A5DK represents Denmark’s upgraded version of the Leopard 2 main battle tank, adapted for modern combat requirements and international operations.

The added wedge armour on the turret improves protection against modern anti tank threats.

Danish Leopard 2A5DK tanks have seen operational service in international missions, reflecting the role of smaller NATO nations in modern armoured warfare.

This variant highlights the continued relevance of the Leopard 2 platform decades after its introduction.

How to use it Build using plastic cement and standard modelling tools.

Paint in Danish Army camouflage schemes and apply light weathering for a realistic field appearance.

Display proudly in a cabinet or modern battlefield scene.

This is a plastic model kit.

Assembly, paint, and glue are required.

It is not a toy.

Key Specifications

• Scale: 1:35

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