Panzerkampf 1:72 Armor 12226PG
Krauss-Maffei Leopard 2A4 Diecast Model
Swiss Army 13th Pz Btn, Thun, Switzerland, Steel Army Parade 2006 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Krauss-Maffei Leopard 2A4 | | 5.25" | | 2" |
The Swiss Army's Leopard 2A4, locally designated the Panzer 87, was prominently featured during the Steel Army Parade Thun 2006. Held in Thun, this large-scale event showcased Switzerland’s armored capabilities and precision military organization. Leopard 2A4 tanks participated in coordinated formations and mobility demonstrations, highlighting their firepower, speed, and reliability. The event emphasized Switzerland’s defensive doctrine, showcasing well-trained crews and modern equipment in a highly controlled, ceremonial environment rather than combat conditions.
Common NATO practice is to provide a vehicle snorkel that is wide enough to be a crew escape route. A single long tube is typically fitted to the crew hatch on the turret; the large tube normally brought to the crossing area by supporting vehicles. The Leopard 2 uses a snorkel assembled by stacking shorter rings; the tube's height is limited to about three metres and is mounted on the crew commander's hatch. The Leopard 2 can drive through water 4 meters (13 ft) deep using a snorkel or 1.2 meters (3 ft 11 in) without any preparation.
Deisgned as a main battle tank to replace the Leopard 1, the Leopard 2 first entered service in 1979. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Panzerkampf "1:72 Armor" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military vehicles in 1:72 scale.
Panzerkampf diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, 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.
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