Takom 1/35 Scale Military Vehicle Kit

Takom Canadian Leopard C2 MEXAS Item 02003

Takoms Leopard C2 MEXAS kit delivers a modernized Canadian main battle tank in impressive scale. This variant features the distinctive Modular Expandable Armour System (MEXAS) applique armour, Canadian radio and optics fit, and realistic stowageall on a fully detailed Leopard 1 chassis. Ideal for contemporary armour displays or multinational coalition dioramas.

• 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit (Takom 02003)
• Includes MEXAS reactive armour panels for turret and hull sides
• Detailed chassis with single-piece lower hull, workable torsion-bar suspension, road wheels, and tracks
• Two-piece main gun barrel with fume extractor and coaxial machine gun
• Canadian-specific components: smoke dischargers, stowage boxes, radio antenna mounts
• Photo-etched parts: periscopes, tool clamps, grille mesh, and hatch handles
• Clear parts: vision blocks, headlights, and sight optics

Note: Requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints, tools, and decals are not included.

Historical Background:

The Leopard C2 is Canadas upgraded variant of the Leopard 1A5, equipped with MEXAS additional armour to improve battlefield protection. Introduced in service in the 1990s and active through deployments in Bosnia and Afghanistan, the C2 reflects Canadas efforts to modernize mid_war MBTs for contemporary operations.

Suggested Paint References:

These paint suggestions are visually based on Canadian Armed Forces field markings and may differ from the colours referenced in the instructions.