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Monday, November 21, 2016 - 04:39 AM UTC
After previously releasing a Magach 1/2 tank, and then a Magach 3 as part of the Six-Day War series, now Dragon has a Magach 3 fitted with explosive reactive armor (ERA).
Combat experience revealed the vulnerability of Israeli tanks to anti-tank guided missiles like the Soviet AT-3 Sagger, as well as to RPG-7s. It was clear that better protection was required, and Rafael developed the Blazer add-on ERA for several tank types. Blazer consisted of modular protective elements that contained inserts filled with an explosive compound to disrupt incoming HEAT projectiles. Blazer, a first-generation ERA, typically added about 1 ton to the Magach 3’s weight.

This 1/35 scale kit inherits features from the existing Magach 3 model, but it has been suitably modified to represent an IDF version fitted with ERA.
This means the tank has a completely new and appealing look compared to the standard Magach 3.

The ERA blocks on the hull and the turret are accurately replicated. There are other brand new parts too. For example, there is a new machine gun with ammunition box and a new commander’s cupola. Additionally, there’s a generous selection of photo-etched parts for delicate elements such as tool brackets and tow cable brackets, plus the tank uses one-piece tracks made from DS for added convenience. The 105mm main gun’s weatherproof mantlet cover is also made from DS.
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This version looks pretty nice. I think it should have the armored boxes around the air cleaners though. The rest looks pretty accurate. Hopefully the urdan cupola is nice.
NOV 21, 2016 - 06:37 AM
Only downside is the DS mantlet cover it is supposed to come with. Tiger Models does a fair one, though, that is better scaled. And not too expensive. Definitely going to pick up this kit, however! Damon.
NOV 22, 2016 - 02:52 AM
Another example why Israeli armour is bizarre and cool! Don't personally build a lot of it, but I can dfefinitely see why others would.
NOV 22, 2016 - 04:30 AM
The kit is on pre-order at Hobby Search. From the pics it looks ok, but a little rough perhaps.
MAR 27, 2017 - 08:03 AM
Any news of this kit on sale n the UK
JUL 10, 2017 - 10:58 PM
off there website. LINK
JUL 10, 2017 - 11:36 PM
Andy at Andy's Hobby Headquarters does a build on his Youtube channel and mentions its been out for a couple of weeks. Magach 3 Build
JUL 11, 2017 - 02:21 AM
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