1:72 Heller 35800 Leopard 2A4 - German Main Battle Tank - Starter Kit Plastic Model kit
An imposing turret, a powerful 120 mm gun and the robust appearance of modern German armour: the Leopard 2A4 is one of the world's best-known main battle tanks. With the Heller 35800 Leopard 2A4 Starter Kit, you can recreate this impressive armoured vehicle as a plastic model kit in 1:72 scale. Its distinctive angular turret, heavy armour and wide tracks capture the recognisable appearance of the original tank. This Starter Kit is an appealing choice for beginners and experienced modellers looking to expand their collections of modern military vehicles.
The Leopard 2 was developed to replace the Leopard 1 and entered service with the West German Bundeswehr in 1979. The tank combined advanced armour protection with a 120 mm Rheinmetall gun and a powerful 1,500 hp MTU diesel engine. This provided an excellent balance of firepower, protection and mobility. The Leopard 2A4 was introduced from the mid-1980s onwards and became one of the most important and widely operated versions. This variant received an improved digital fire-control system, enhanced armour and a further developed turret. Thanks to its reliability and versatility, the Leopard 2A4 was also adopted by several other NATO countries, including the Netherlands.
Heller presents this famous German main battle tank as a Starter Kit in the compact 1:72 scale. The model captures the defining features of the Leopard 2A4, including its angular turret, long gun barrel and robust tracked chassis. Its military vehicle details provide excellent opportunities for accurate camouflage painting and realistic weathering. As a Starter Kit, this edition offers an accessible introduction to military modelling, while its distinctive tank construction also appeals to experienced builders. Display the completed Leopard as a standalone model or combine it with other armoured vehicles in a modern military diorama.
Features:
– Heller Leopard 2A4 Starter Kit plastic model kit in 1:72 scale
– Starter Kit edition of the famous German main battle tank
– Modern third-generation main battle tank operated by the German Bundeswehr
– Based on the Leopard 2A4 with its characteristic angular turret
– Impressive 120 mm Rheinmetall Rh-120 main gun
– Robust armoured hull with distinctive frontal protection
– Detailed representation of the tracked chassis and military vehicle construction
– Original Leopard 2 powered by a 1,500 hp MTU MB 873 diesel engine
– Leopard 2A4 version featuring an improved fire-control system and enhanced armour
– Historical vehicle type operated by several European armed forces
– Interesting subject for realistic NATO camouflage painting and subtle weathering
– Compact scale that complements other modern military models in 1:72
– Suitable for both beginners and experienced military modellers
– Ideal as a display model or part of a modern military training ground or barracks diorama
Order the 1:72 Heller 35800 Leopard 2A4 Starter Kit from Most-Models.com and add an iconic German main battle tank featuring an impressive 120 mm gun, distinctive armour and advanced military engineering to your modelling collection, with fast delivery and excellent customer service.
| Number of Parts | 144 |
| Model length in mm | 134 |
| Model width in mm | 52 |
| Model height in mm | 36 |
| Packaging box length in mm | 245 |
| Packaging box width in mm | 185 |
| Packaging box height in mm | 45 |
| Release date | 2026-08 |
| Packed weight in grams | 270 |