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MBT-70 (Kpz.70)
Black Label: MBT-70 (Kpz.70) - Smart Kit
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by: Jim Starkweather [ STAFF_JIM ]

SUMMARY
Highs: Unique subject matter so far never produced thus far.
Lows: Limited real world paint schemes or usage other than fictional scenarios.
Verdict: Should please fans of historic tank development in the modern age.
  Scale: 1:35
  Mfg. ID: 3550
  Suggested Retail: $70 (USD)
  PUBLISHED: Jun 27, 2014
  NATIONALITY: United States
NETWORK-WIDE AVERAGE RATINGS
  THIS REVIEWER: 89.91%
  MAKER/PUBLISHER: 86.16%

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About Jim Starkweather (staff_Jim)
FROM: NEW HAMPSHIRE, UNITED STATES

I started building models in 1971 when I was 6. My first model was a 1/32 P-40 Warhawk. Revell I believe. From there I moved onto the standard cars, Apollo spacecraft, and other kid orientated kits. I don't know what got me started on Armor. I must have seen a Monogram tank kit one day and said "Mom...

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Comments

I plan to acquire this because it is an interesting subject, and because of the fun I had with the Aurora model so long ago: LINK
JUN 27, 2014 - 09:21 AM
I think I still have a couple of those to build! (ah... the memories) Jeff
JUN 27, 2014 - 11:46 AM
It is a very cool looking tank . Might make a great cold war era what if build or maybe a sci fi panzer 46 , ok that might be pushing it . Was there any confirmation as to which museum vehicle or vehicles this kit was based on ? Seems to have various bits from different tanks , of course being a proto- type / pre production tank maybe parts were swapped from vehicle to vehicle during testing . Will be picking this kit up ( and adding it to the pile )
JUN 27, 2014 - 02:28 PM
   
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