REF:350-041002 Scale 1:32
Minichamps have become synonymous with quality and expert craftsmanship, this M48 A2GA2 is an example of why this reputation is so deserved.
With unparalleled levels of detail this outstanding die-cast replica vividly brings to life this incredible vehicle. Featuring rolling tracks, working suspension and movable gun and turret this model represents incredible value for money.
The M48 Patton was one of the U.S army's principal main battle tanks of the Cold War, with models in service from the early 1950s to the 1990s. The M48 was also Americas primary tanks during the Vietnam War. It was widely used by U.S. Cold War allies, especially other NATO countries including West Germany. The German variant the M48A2GA2 was an upgraded version with a 105mm L7 cannon and a different MG3 installation from the Leopard 1. It was still in service with the German Army until the early nineties.
The tank belongs to the Patton family of tanks, named after General George S. Patton, commander of the U.S. Third Army during World War II and one of the earliest American advocates for the use of tanks in battle. It was a further development of the M47 Patton tank.
The M48 Patton tank was designed to replace the previous M47 Patton’s and M4 Sherman’s. Although largely resembling the M47, the M48 Patton was a completely new tank design despite a rough similarity from a distance. Some M48A5 models served well into the 80s. Internationally, many various M48 Patton models remain in service. Available from die-cast-collector.
