Italeri 6596 - 1/35 M1A1 Abrams Detailed Scale Model Kit  [IT-6596S]

Italeri 6596 - 1/35 M1A1 Abrams: Precision model building guide

The M1A1 Abrams is a defining vehicle in recent armoured history, valued for its firepower and protection. This Italeri 1/35 scale kit gives builders the chance to reproduce the tank's exterior and surface features with fine plastic parts. It is aimed at modellers who enjoy accurate assembly and realistic presentation.

Context and authentic detailing

Entering service in the early 1980s, the M1A1 combined a powerful 120mm gun with advanced armour concepts. The Italeri 6596 captures the vehicle's basic silhouette and external fittings, enabling modellers to represent the tank in a historically informed way. The kit supports study of the vehicle's role and visual characteristics without overstating capabilities.

Build complexity and finished display

Assembly of this Italeri kit calls for careful fitting and modest modelling skills. The components are well moulded and require typical glue and paint techniques, making the project rewarding for intermediate builders. Completed models make a solid display item for a shelf or diorama, reflecting the Abrams design.