{"title":"Academy 1\/72 Armor Model Kits","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAcademy 1\/72 Armor Model Kits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcademy 1\/72 armor offers a compact way to compare tanks and other tracked subjects. Keep the scale consistent across vehicles and scenery when planning a small military display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose the subject and scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead the complete subject name and Academy kit number before selecting a version. A unit, production type or named edition can change which references and paint scheme you need. Compare the scale with the rest of your planned display and check the individual listing for any stated special features.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt the workbench\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse restrained contrast around the smallest fittings and keep paint layers fine. Check that the tracks sit level before fixing the model to a base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eExplore this range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/acd13426\"\u003eAcademy British Army Challenger Mk.3 1\/72 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/acd13423\"\u003eAcademy German King Tiger w\/Henschel Turret 1\/72 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/acd13425\"\u003eAcademy USMC M60A1 RISE (P) 1\/72 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlan the finish and supplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the instructions and a list of the colors, tools and materials needed for this kit. Dry-fit the main parts, then prepare a test sample of the intended finish. Keep delicate details accessible through painting and leave their final installation until the assembly sequence calls for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRelated Academy collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-wwii-armor\"\u003eAcademy WWII Armor Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-military-vehicles\"\u003eAcademy Military Vehicle Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eReturn to the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy\"\u003eAcademy model kits\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/military-models\"\u003e1\/72 Armor\u003c\/a\u003e or find finishing supplies in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003ePaint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"acd13426","title":"Academy British Army Challenger Mk.3 1\/72 Scale Model Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcademy British Army Challenger Mk.3 1\/72 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e brings British Army Challenger Mk.3 to your workbench in 1\/72 scale. The Challenger Mk.3 provides a British armor subject for a compact military vehicle display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanning the build\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a light touch with washes around small fittings and test the camouflage colors before painting. Keep the tracks level against the intended display surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWorking in 1\/72 scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this scale, clean alignment and controlled paint layers have a strong effect on the display. Compare the model with companion subjects in the same scale, then judge shading and markings from the normal viewing distance. Keep fine details clear by testing how much paint, wash and final finish you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePainting and finishing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the setting before committing to camouflage, markings and weathering. A small painted sample lets you compare the base shade with a wash and the dust or dirt from the planned display. Keep the heaviest deposits where the vehicle or equipment would contact the ground, and check the contrast at normal viewing distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Academy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject\u003c\/strong\u003e: British Army Challenger Mk.3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e: ACD13426\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcademy kit number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13426\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Model Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore starting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the box and instructions for the exact contents and any required supplies. Plan your paint palette, adhesive and tools around this particular kit and its assembly method.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-military-vehicles\"\u003eAcademy Military Vehicle Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-armor-1-72\"\u003eAcademy 1\/72 Armor Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e or the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy\"\u003eAcademy model kits\u003c\/a\u003e. 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The King Tiger subject gives the turret and broad tracked chassis a central role in a small armor display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanning the build\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the Henschel-turret version against the marking guide. Keep the running gear square and use restrained weathering around fine surface detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWorking in 1\/72 scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this scale, clean alignment and controlled paint layers have a strong effect on the display. Compare the model with companion subjects in the same scale, then judge shading and markings from the normal viewing distance. Keep fine details clear by testing how much paint, wash and final finish you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePainting and finishing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the setting before committing to camouflage, markings and weathering. A small painted sample lets you compare the base shade with a wash and the dust or dirt from the planned display. Keep the heaviest deposits where the vehicle or equipment would contact the ground, and check the contrast at normal viewing distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Academy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject\u003c\/strong\u003e: German King Tiger w\/Henschel Turret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e: ACD13423\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcademy kit number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13423\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Model Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore starting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the box and instructions for the exact contents and any required supplies. Plan your paint palette, adhesive and tools around this particular kit and its assembly method.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-military-vehicles\"\u003eAcademy Military Vehicle Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-armor-1-72\"\u003eAcademy 1\/72 Armor Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e or the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy\"\u003eAcademy model kits\u003c\/a\u003e. Find more subjects in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/military-models\"\u003eMilitary Models\u003c\/a\u003e, with finishing supplies in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003eMegaHobby Paint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67912261075018,"sku":"ACD13423","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/acy13423.jpg?v=1793907919"},{"product_id":"acd13425","title":"Academy USMC M60A1 RISE (P) 1\/72 Scale Model Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcademy USMC M60A1 RISE (P) 1\/72 Scale Model Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e brings USMC M60A1 RISE (P) to your workbench in 1\/72 scale. The M60 subject adds a Cold War tank shape to a collection of military vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanning the build\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the named version before choosing a color scheme. Plan the running-gear painting so the wheels and tracks remain aligned through assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWorking in 1\/72 scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this scale, clean alignment and controlled paint layers have a strong effect on the display. Compare the model with companion subjects in the same scale, then judge shading and markings from the normal viewing distance. Keep fine details clear by testing how much paint, wash and final finish you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePainting and finishing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the setting before committing to camouflage, markings and weathering. A small painted sample lets you compare the base shade with a wash and the dust or dirt from the planned display. Keep the heaviest deposits where the vehicle or equipment would contact the ground, and check the contrast at normal viewing distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e: Academy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject\u003c\/strong\u003e: USMC M60A1 RISE (P)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e: ACD13425\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcademy kit number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13425\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Model Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore starting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the box and instructions for the exact contents and any required supplies. 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