{"product_id":"tamiya-1-35-u-s-m113-armored-personnel-carrier","title":"Tamiya 1:35 U.S. M113 Armored Personnel Carrier","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"646\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eTamiya 1:35 U.S. M113 Armored Personnel Carrier\u003c\/strong\u003e recreates one of the most successful and widely used armored vehicles in military history. Introduced in the early 1960s, the M113 became the backbone of mechanized infantry units during the Vietnam War and went on to serve with dozens of armed forces around the world. Its lightweight aluminum armor, amphibious capability, and versatility allowed it to perform a wide range of battlefield roles, from troop transport to command vehicle and ambulance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eTamiya's classic 1:35 scale kit features a highly detailed interior, including the engine compartment, driver's position, troop seating, and rear cargo area. The rear ramp and engine access cover can be displayed open or closed, allowing builders to showcase the interior detail. The kit also includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"992\"\u003efive Vietnam War-era U.S. Army figures\u003c\/strong\u003e, flexible vinyl tracks, an M2 .50 caliber machine gun, and authentic waterslide decals for realistic finishing. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eWhether displayed on its own or incorporated into a Vietnam War diorama, the M113 remains an iconic armored vehicle and a rewarding project for modelers of all skill levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t9gp84\" data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e1:35 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fw8b5m\" data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eAccurately depicts the U.S. M113 Armored Personnel Carrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ggs5so\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003eDetailed interior including engine, driver, and troop compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ingnju\" data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003eOpening rear ramp and engine compartment cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mekq3d\" data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003eIncludes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e5 Vietnam War-era U.S. Army figures\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2p82cn\" data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eDetailed M2 .50 caliber machine gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ouwikl\" data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eFlexible vinyl tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bna1ce\" data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003eWaterslide decals included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zmk3ho\" data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eExcellent Tamiya fit and engineering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yf9yys\" data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eCement and paint required (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e____________________________________________________________________________________\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRecommended Supplies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eComplete your build with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/battlebornhobby.com\/collections\/tamiya-paint\" title=\"Shop Tamiya Acrylic Paints\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTamiya Acrylic Paints\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/battlebornhobby.com\/collections\/vallejo\" title=\"Shop Vallejo Model Air Paints\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVallejo Model Air Paints\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/battlebornhobby.com\/collections\/squadron-colors\" title=\"Shop Squadron Colors Acrylic Paints\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSquadron Colors Acrylic Paints\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to achieve an authentic finish. 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