I was thinking about doing an M2A2 from the 2nd BCT, 3rd ID during OIF.
I was thinking about purchasing the Tamiya BFV with the interior and then purchase the M2A2 ODS sprues.
Will this work?
I believe the only different in the kit are two sprues and the decals. Does anyone have the part number for the sprues?
Thanks!
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Tamiya M2A2 ODS

B2Blain

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Posted: Wednesday, April 06, 2011 - 09:27 PM UTC

HeavyArty


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Posted: Wednesday, April 06, 2011 - 11:57 PM UTC
You need the new sprue, which is sprue F, and the new track out of the ODS kit to update the older kit. Tamiya charges about $5 for each item plus shipping. I did this a while ago when the ODS kit first came out to update some of the M2A2 kits I had too.
The other option on the track is to go with the AFV Club indi-link Bradley track. They are really nice as well.
The other option on the track is to go with the AFV Club indi-link Bradley track. They are really nice as well.

ptruhe


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Posted: Thursday, April 07, 2011 - 04:36 AM UTC
I've got leftover parts from a M2A2 non-ODS that are just destined for the parts bin. Just donated the 2 mantlet pieces and the coax to someone else but you can have the rest for shipping cost.
You still need the tracks like Gino said plus a fluted barrel (optional?) and I think also there was a change to the gunner's sight box.
Paul
You still need the tracks like Gino said plus a fluted barrel (optional?) and I think also there was a change to the gunner's sight box.
Paul
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