Airfix 1/76 British 105mm Light Field Gun Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/76 British 105mm Light Field Gun Plastic Model Kit

$22.99

Description

A light, yet robust modern field gun, this impressive weapon was flexible enough for troops fighting in the most inhospitable of terrain and could be towed by Army Land Rovers, or carried as an underslung load beneath the larger British helicopter types. 

In service with the British Army from 1976, this new weapon was designed to possess greater range and lethality than its predecessor, whilst retaining the portability of that unit, however, this did make it a heavy gun. 

Produced in large numbers, these guns were exported widely and served with distinction during the Falklands War.

Contents:

  • Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.

Enhance your military diorama with this 1:76 scale plastic model of the British 105mm Light Field Gun. Comprising 52 parts and rated at Skill Level 1, this kit is perfect for beginners, providing a rewarding building experience. This lightweight yet sturdy modern field gun was adaptable enough for deployment in harsh terrains, easily towed by Army Land Rovers or transported as an underslung load beneath larger British helicopters.

Key Features

  • 1:76 scale model ideal for military scenes and dioramas
  • 52 parts for an enjoyable assembly process
  • Skill Level 1 - suitable for novice modellers
  • Appropriate
  • Represents the British 105mm Light Field Gun in use from 1976 onwards

History

Introduced to the British Army in 1976, this weapon was engineered to surpass its predecessor in both range and firepower, while maintaining the previous model's portability, albeit making it a heavier gun. The 105mm Light Field Gun was versatile enough to be used in difficult environments, capable of being towed by Army Land Rovers or carried as an underslung load by larger British helicopters. Manufactured extensively, these guns were widely exported and played a significant role during the Falklands War, where their combination of firepower and mobility was crucial to British operations.

Key Specifications

  • Finish: Plastic
  • Skill Level: 1

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)9.3
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)2.2
Item Scale1:76 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) setsPlastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Number of Scheme options2
Flying Hours1

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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