{"product_id":"49908-fine-molds-fm54-japan-ground-self-defense-force-type-60-apc-w-mat-135","title":"Fine Molds FM54 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Type 60 APC w\/ MAT 1\/35","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFine Molds FM54 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Type 60 APC w\/ MAT 1\/35 – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe offer a unique plastic model kit – \u003cstrong\u003eFine Molds FM54 Type 60 APC w\/ MAT\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/35 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is a faithful miniature of the Japanese Type 60 armored personnel carrier, which was the backbone of the mechanized units of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) from the 1960s to the early 21st century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical information:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eType 60 APC\u003c\/strong\u003e was the first armored personnel carrier manufactured in Japan after World War II. The design was developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries between 1957 and 1960 in response to the need for a modern vehicle for the newly established Japanese Ground Forces. The vehicle participated in peacekeeping missions and exercises aimed at protecting the archipelago during the \u003cstrong\u003eCold War\u003c\/strong\u003e period. The featured variant with the \u003cstrong\u003eMAT\u003c\/strong\u003e (wire-guided anti-tank missile) system is noteworthy, as it significantly increased the vehicle’s firepower, making it a potent threat to potential armored adversaries. The Type 60 served in the Japanese military from \u003cstrong\u003e1960 to 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModel features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/35\u003c\/strong\u003e – allows for a detailed model with precise components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: \u003cstrong\u003eFine Molds\u003c\/strong\u003e – a renowned Japanese brand appreciated for quality and accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContents: plastic model kit, frame components with fine details, set of parts for assembling the MAT missile system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality \u003cstrong\u003eplastic\u003c\/strong\u003e – enables easy handling, painting, and gluing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe set does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReplica of the version with the MAT guided anti-tank missile launcher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional accessories: figures from other kits in the same scale can be added.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMovable elements, realistically reproduced suspension and armor details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct category:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e – ideal both for collections and for dioramas depicting modern armed forces of East Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eRecommendation and difficulty level:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis model is recommended for intermediate and advanced military modelers – especially for enthusiasts of Japanese technology and Cold War themes. Assembly difficulty is rated at \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e. The amount of details and components guarantees satisfaction from building and painting, and the finished model will make an attractive addition to any armored vehicle model collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fine Molds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722881683790,"sku":"FMFM54","price":45.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/5c73dbe9d18eb47452e21d749440a041.jpg?v=1755548446","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/49908-fine-molds-fm54-japan-ground-self-defense-force-type-60-apc-w-mat-135","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}