Panzerkampf 1:72 Armor 12227PB Krauss-Maffei Leopard 1 Diecast Model RNLA 41st Tank Btn, Bergen-Hohne, West Germany, 1977 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Krauss-Maffei Leopard 1 | | 5.25" | | 1.75" |
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The Leopard 1 entered service with the Royal Netherlands Army (RNLA) in 1969, replacing older Centurion tanks and strengthening the Netherlands' contribution to NATO's Cold War defenses. Built in West Germany, the Leopard 1 combined exceptional mobility with the highly effective British-designed 105mm L7 rifled gun, giving Dutch armored units a modern and capable main battle tank. Although its armor was relatively light by later standards, the Leopard 1 relied on speed, maneuverability, and long-range firepower for battlefield survival. The type served as the backbone of Dutch armored forces for decades before eventually being replaced by the more heavily protected Leopard 2.
Deisgned as a main battle tank to counter Soviet designs, the Leopard first entered service in 1965. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Panzerkampf 1:72 scale Leopard 1 recreates the classic Cold War main battle tank with its low-profile hull, rounded turret and long 105mm L7 main gun. The model features die-cast metal and plastic construction with a fully rotating turret and elevating cannon, allowing the gun to be positioned at different angles for display. The tracks are permanently fitted and non-moving, with detailed suspension and road wheels underneath. Fine surface features include engine grilles, access panels, turret equipment, machine guns, antennas and molded armor details. Its functional turret and cannon provide useful display flexibility while retaining the clean, distinctive profile of the original Leopard 1.
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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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