1:35 M1025 Humvee Armament Carrier
Item #35263

DESCRIPTION

During the late 1970's, the US Military worked at incorporating
the functions of numerous military vehicles such as the M151 MUTT
and M561 "Gamma Goat" into one unified design. Adequately named
(HMMW) High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle, this vehicle
would be designed for durability, superior off-road handling, and
versatility. The M1025 could be equipped with M2 or M60 machine
guns, as well as MK.19 grenade launchers. This famous vehicle is
now part of the Tamiya's Military Miniature Series.

Desert Camouflage

The US Military's M1025 Humvee was painted the same as NATO
vehicles, in green, black and brown camouflage. However, for
desert operations during conflicts in the Middle East, such as
those in the Gulf War, monotone sand-colored camouflage was
applied.

About the M1025 Humvee Armament Carrier

After the US Military ran a thorough comparative analysis on
prototypes developed by three different companies, the XM998
prototype of AM General was found to be not only the lightest,
but also to exhibit performance levels beyond expectation. The
Humvee features an aluminum body reinforced with a sturdy steel
frame. Employing a V8 diesel engine capable of 150hp output as
well as an advanced 4WD system, automatic transmission, and power
steering. Depending on its variation and employment type, the
Humvee, deployed by the US Military in 1985, can serve as a cargo
or troop transport vehicle, armament carrier, TOW anti-tank
missile or ground-to-air missile employing vehicle, rescue
vehicle, and more. The M1025 was fitted for armament, but unlike
some of its armed predecessors, the M1025 featured a metal roof
in place of a canvas roof and door. The M1025 could be equipped
with M2 or M60 machine guns, as well as MK.19 grenade launchers.
The Humvee first was deployed to the Panama conflict and later
demonstrated incredible mobility during its deployment in the
Gulf War. The HUMVEE also was deployed to conflicts in Bosnia and
Kosovo. Currently, this vehicle plays an indispensable role in
the U.S. Military.

About The Model

1/35 Scale
Overall length: 137mm
The unique form of the Humvee has been accurately reproduced.
You can choose between 2 types of bonnet vents.
Front guard has also been replicated down to the finest detail.
Tires are made out of rubber.
Mk.19 Grenade launcher, M2 machine gun, ammunition boxes as well
as two figures are part of the kit.
Includes decals for 4 different markings.
Down to the Finest Detail

One-piece bonnet and lower body Bonnet and lower body have been
molded as one-piece thanks to sliding molds in order to simplify
assembly without losing any detail.

Choose your configuration: The parts have been designed to allow
you to choose between various configurations. Moreover, various
optional parts such as 2 types of bonnet vents, 2 types of
mufflers are included. With these parts, you can represent not
only US Army vehicles but also US Marine Corps vehicles.