Tamiya 1/35 M247 SGT York U.S. Air Defense Gun System #35126  [35126]

This model depicts the M247 Sergeant York, an ambitious self-propelled anti-aircraft gun project which the U.S. attempted to develop quickly utilizing already-existing parts. It had been in relation to the the aging process M48 Patton tank chassis, and fitted with two 40mm L/70 high velocity weapons and a fire control system that was modified from that regarding the F-16 aircraft. The machine consisted of search radar, monitoring radar, low power radar finder, IFF, sign processor, computer and microwave switching system. Unfortunately, the M247 ended up being affected by inconsistency and poor performance, additionally the plug had been pulled regarding project within the mid-1980s with just around 50 manufactured. This model allows hobbyists recreate one particular weapons which never quite developed as the developers planned it.

Requirements:

• Scale: 1/35
  
• Construction type: Assembly kit
  
• Photo-etch parts: Not included
  
• Decals: Included
  
• Special feature 1: Length: 197mm, width: 103mm.
  
• Unique feature 2: Turret is movable and will be offering weapon elevation/depression.
  
• Unique function 3: suspension system system is realistically depicted.
  
• Special function 4: Hatches can be assembled in open or shut position.
  
• Special feature 5: components depicting early warning and tracking radar are movable.
  
• Unique function 6: is sold with a commander figure.