Stridsvagn 103 (S-Tank) – Swedish Army, 1987 and 48 similar items

1:72 Scale Metal Diecast ? Stridsvagn 103 (Strv 103) - Length: 4.75" (from end of vehicle to tip of the main gun) Width: 1.5? This model's body is made of metal while the turret is made of plastic. The tracks are made of plastic and are fitted, however they do not move. The coloring and markings are accurate and realistic. The maker of the model ,Amercom, really did a good job with the model, the panel lines and details are very clear and crisp. These models have different details engraved such as doors, hatches, panels, lights, ports, antennas, machine guns, ropes, shovels, etc; all of these done with high accuracy and proportion. When they are painted in different color, say for example, shovels and ropes, they are indeed painted accurately. The base measures about 5.5 inches by 2.5 and at one side of the base is some info about the model such as the type of tank, the outfit it belongs and the time period it served. These models are not toys, they are display model recommended for 14 and up. The Strv 103 was designed and manufactured in Sweden. It was developed in the 1950s and was the first main battle tank to use a turbine engine. The result was a very low-profile design with an emphasis on defence and heightened crew protection level. Strv 103s formed a major portion of the Swedish armoured forces from the 1960s to part of the 1990s, but have since been removed from service in favour of the Stridsvagn 122.