Leopard 2A4 - Special Decoration 40th anniversay
€46,49
1:35
scale
12
Altersempfehlung
212
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Leopard 2A4 - Special Decoration 40th anniversay
Art. Nr. 033689090
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1:35
scale
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Altersempfehlung
212
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Leopard 2A4 model kit – 40th Anniversary Special Edition (1:35)
With the Leopard 2A4 – 40th Anniversary Special Edition, you’ll be holding a genuine piece of military history in your hands. This highly detailed 1:35 scale model kit celebrates four decades of one of the world’s most legendary main battle tanks. If you love building with the utmost precision and want to add an exclusive highlight to your collection, this kit is the perfect project for you.
A masterpiece for your model collection
If you’re interested in military model-making, there’s one legend you simply can’t ignore: the Leopard 2A4. For four decades now, this vehicle has been regarded as a masterpiece of engineering and the backbone of numerous armoured forces worldwide. To celebrate this impressive legacy in style in 2026, we’re presenting a very special edition. This 40th-anniversary special edition brings the fascinating technology, imposing aesthetics and historical significance of this tank straight to your workbench. It’s not just another model – it’s a tribute to a machine that has made military history. With every component you remove from the sprue, you’re uncovering a piece of this history and creating a replica that will instantly catch everyone’s eye in your display cabinet.
We know from our own experience how important the emotional connection to a model-building project is. When you invest many hours in gluing, sanding and painting, the end result has to be perfect. This is exactly where this kit comes in. It offers you not only excellent fit, but also a level of detail that will impress even the most discerning modellers. The proportions of the massive turret, the complex structure of the running gear and the vehicle’s striking silhouette have been meticulously moulded in plastic. You’ll soon realise that building this tank is far more than just a hobby; it’s a relaxing, almost meditative journey through the history of engineering, culminating in a breathtaking display piece.
Outstanding features and the highest level of detail
An excellent kit thrives on its specifications and the possibilities it offers you as a model-maker. This anniversary edition has been designed to provide you with a perfect balance between a construction challenge and pure modelling enjoyment. The parts are cleanly moulded, show hardly any flash and can be assembled superbly using standard plastic model glue. Particularly noteworthy is the eponymous ‘Special Decoration’. This is an exclusive decal sheet (wet decals) designed specifically for this occasion and featuring markings not found on standard models.
Let’s take a detailed look at the key highlights that make this model a real must-have for your collection:
- 1:35 scale: This is the undisputed king of scales in military model-making. It offers the perfect size for realistically depicting intricate details such as rivets, weld seams or tool mounts, without the model taking up too much space in your display cabinet.
- 212 precision-crafted components: This number of components guarantees hours of modelling fun. It’s complex enough to offer you a rewarding challenge, but not so overwhelming as to cause frustration. Every step in the assembly instructions brings visible progress.
- Exclusive anniversary decals: The ‘40th Anniversary Special Decoration’ gives your model a unique finish. Thanks to their ultra-thin backing film, the high-quality decals fit seamlessly over contours and joints, ensuring an extremely realistic look.
- Authentic surface textures: Whether it’s the anti-slip coating on the hull, the fine grille covers on the engine or the textured track links – the surfaces are designed to look extremely three-dimensional and lifelike after treatment with washes and drybrushing.
- Movable turret and gun: Once completed, your model is not completely rigid. The Leopard 2A4’s distinctive, angular turret can be rotated, and the elevation of the main gun can be individually adjusted, giving you plenty of flexibility when displaying it.
Who is this anniversary edition perfect for?
You may be wondering whether this kit suits your current level of experience. With 212 individual parts and detailed sub-assemblies, this model is primarily aimed at advanced model-makers. If you’ve already gained experience using side cutters, a file and plastic glue, you’ll really enjoy this kit. The assembly instructions guide you logically and with clear illustrations through every single stage of construction – from the complex running gear and lower hull right through to the fitting of the tracks and the detailed turret.
This tank is also highly recommended for diorama builders. Thanks to the popular 1:35 scale, the anniversary model can be easily integrated into realistic landscapes or complemented with suitable figures. Imagine how this imposing main battle tank would look on a muddy track or in an autumnal woodland setting, expertly weathered and finished with dirt effects. But even as a stand-alone model on an elegant wooden plinth, this special edition is guaranteed to turn heads. It’s the perfect project for rainy weekends or long winter evenings when you want to leave the daily grind behind and focus entirely on your modelling skills.
Your path to the perfect finish: assembly and painting
A key part of the fascination of model-making lies in the colour scheme. To bring out the full brilliance of the Anniversary Edition, we recommend careful painting using a brush or airbrush. The tank’s smooth, large surfaces are particularly well-suited to shading and pre-shading techniques. Once you’ve applied the base colours, the magic begins: Applying the exclusive “Special Decoration” decals. These markings break up the military austerity and immediately set the model apart as something special.
To achieve the best result, you should first seal the areas where the decals are to be placed with a gloss clear coat. This prevents the unsightly “silvering” of the edges. Once the decals have dried, you can coat the entire model with a matt finish to simulate the authentic, metallic and slightly rough look of a real military vehicle. Afterwards, you can really let your creativity run wild with weathering effects such as rust, dust or oil stains – the model provides the perfect canvas for this. Whatever you decide: By the end of your project, you’ll own a one-of-a-kind model that impressively honours the 40-year history of this fascinating vehicle and showcases your skills as a model-maker.
Technical Specifications
| Model name | Leopard 2A4 kit: 40th Anniversary Special Decoration |
| Scale | 1:35 |
| Number of parts | 212 |
| Special feature | Exclusive anniversary decals (40th Anniversary) |
| Material | High-quality, injection-moulded plastic |
| Difficulty level | Advanced |
| Moving parts (after assembly) | Rotating turret, elevation-adjustable gun |
| Anniversary year of the edition | 2026 |
Frequently asked questions about the Leopard 2A4 model kit – 40th Anniversary Special Decoration (1:35)
Are paints, glue or tools included in the set?
No, this anniversary edition is a classic model kit. This means you’ll need to purchase paints, plastic glue and tools (such as side cutters and files) separately. This gives you complete freedom to use exactly the tools and paint brands you prefer, enabling you to achieve your desired result.
Is this kit suitable for beginners to model-making?
We would recommend this kit more for hobbyists with some experience. With 212 individual parts and some very delicate sub-assemblies – particularly in the area of the running gear and hull attachments – the model requires a steady hand and patience. However, if you have already successfully assembled a few smaller models, you will master this challenge with ease.
What exactly does ‘Special Decoration’ mean for this model?
The ‘Special Decoration’ refers to the exclusive decal sheet (wet decals) included with the kit. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of this iconic vehicle, the set includes special markings, crests and graphic elements that give the tank a celebratory and unique look. These markings clearly distinguish the model from regular, purely tactical operational versions.
Can I incorporate the finished model into a 1:35 scale diorama?
Absolutely! The 1:35 scale is the global standard for military dioramas. The model’s proportions fit perfectly into scenes featuring scale-accurate figures, buildings or landscape elements. Thanks to the high level of detail on the surfaces, the tank looks particularly realistic and lifelike in a staged environment.
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