1/48 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Light Armoured Vehicle with Figure

This is a plastic model kit, which comes unassembled and unpainted. So glue, model paints and other basic modelling tools are additionally required.

This is an assembly model of a modern day 4x4 light armoured vehicle in Tamiya's ever growing 1/48 scale series. Manufactured for the JGSDF by Japanese firm Komatsu, the vehicle was first delivered to units from 2002 and provided an instant defensive upgrade from the armoured vehicles it replaced. The ability to transport it by helicopter or aircraft enhances the JGSDF's mobility. Aside from the 5.56mm machine gun, it can also be fitted with a 12.7mm machine gun, or even anti-tank weapons. One of the more notable deployments of the vehicle was in the JGSDF's Iraq Humanitarian Assistance operation after the second Gulf War, and this model recreates the version updated based upon experience the JGSDF gained there.

Product Specifications:
- Scale: 1/48
- Construction type: Assembly kit
- Photo-etched parts: Not included
- Decals: Included
- Special feature 1: Length: 93mm, width: 46mm.
- Special feature 2: Updated rear attachment points for fuel cans and spare tire rack are accurately captured.
- Special feature 3: Parts are included to recreate smoke dischargers.
- Special feature 4: Roof features fine recreations of the split hatch (can be assembled open or closed), and the 5.56mm "Minimi" machine gun.
- Special feature 5: Comes with a realistic driver figure dressed in the latest bullet-proof vest.
- Special feature 6: Features 3 marking options.