{"product_id":"25360-afv-club-35230-m60a2-patton-135","title":"AFV Club 35230 M60A2 Patton 1\/35","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAFV Club 35230 M60A2 Patton 1\/35 – Plastic model of an American tank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The AFV Club 35230 kit presents a highly detailed rendition of the American M60A2 Patton tank in 1\/35 scale. This plastic model kit captures the distinctive features of a vehicle that was one of the most technologically advanced tanks of the Cold War era. The M60A2, also known as the \"Starship,\" was distinguished by its unique turret with a 152 mm gun and integrated Shillelagh missile system, making it exceptional among other armored units operated by the United States Army. \n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The M60A2 Patton served in the U.S. armed forces mainly from 1972 to 1981, representing a modernization of the popular M60 series. The tank was used extensively during NATO maneuvers and exercises in Europe, although it never saw combat action. It was designed for anti-tank operations using advanced electronics, laser rangefinders, and innovative weaponry, but ultimately, complicated maintenance resulted in a relatively short front-line service life.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModel specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/35\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUser nation: United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: Cold War (early 1970s – early 1980s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic (injection-molded polystyrene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMovable parts: suspension and track details, rotatable turret\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncluded in the set: realistic decals, photo-etched detail parts, precision reproduction of armament and optical systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The kit is recommended for advanced modelers (difficulty level: 4\/5) who appreciate high realism, rich details, and faithful representation of complex military engineering from the Cold War period. Photo-etched parts require dexterity and precision, and assembling the missile gun and turret will be an excellent challenge for any armor modeling enthusiast.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    AFV Club 35230 M60A2 Patton in 1\/35 scale is an ideal choice for collectors, military history enthusiasts, and anyone looking to enrich their collection with a unique Cold War armored vehicle of outstanding build quality. The model impresses with its detailing, enables construction of a realistic replica, and showcases a high degree of fidelity to the military technology of the U.S. in the 1970s.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"AFV Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720398885198,"sku":"AFV35230","price":55.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/5414da9f5193cd90b252d150d368ab43.jpg?v=1755498936","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.es\/en\/products\/25360-afv-club-35230-m60a2-patton-135","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}