October 28, 2025

Meng's new Chinese ZTZ100 Main Battle Tank in 72nd scale

Meng releases information on their forthcoming ZTZ100 Main Battle Tank in 72nd scale. We have art, CADs & the real thing in our preview...

Meng's new Chinese ZTZ100 Main Battle Tank in 72nd scale

Chinese ZTZ100 Main Battle Tank
Kit No #72-021
1/72nd scale
There are three marking choices in the box.
Release Date: March 2026
The Subject: Chinese ZTZ100 Main Battle Tank
The ZTZ-100, also known as the Type 100, marks a bold leap in the evolution of Chinese armoured warfare. Unveiled publicly during the 2025 Victory Day Parade in Beijing, this fourth-generation main battle tank reflects a shift from conventional firepower towards integrated battlefield intelligence. Designed by the 201st Research Institute and manufactured at the Baotou Tank Plant, the ZTZ-100 features a hybrid propulsion system delivering up to 1,500 horsepower, enabling speeds of 80 km/h on roads and 50 km/h off-road. Its compact, unmanned turret houses a high-velocity 105 mm autoloaded main gun, capable of matching the performance of larger-calibre Western counterparts thanks to advanced propellant and kinetic energy delivery systems.
Beyond firepower, the ZTZ-100 is engineered as a mobile command node within a network-centric combat environment. It boasts a suite of panoramic optical sensors and phased array radars that feed real-time battlefield data to its crew, who are protected within a heavily armoured capsule. These systems not only enhance situational awareness but also allow the tank to coordinate with drones and other unmanned assets. The inclusion of dual GL-6 active protection systems—each with four launchers—provides robust defence against top-attack munitions, suicide drones, and anti-tank guided missiles, reinforcing the tank’s survivability in high-threat environments.
Strategically, the ZTZ-100 represents more than a technological upgrade; it signals a doctrinal pivot within the PLA towards information-dominant warfare. Its stealth-optimised hull design reduces radar and thermal signatures, while its advanced suspension system ensures stability during high-speed manoeuvres and firing on the move. Analysts suggest that the secrecy surrounding its development and the timing of its reveal were deliberate, intended to underscore China’s capability to field next-generation systems without telegraphing their operational details. As such, the ZTZ-100 is a symbol of China’s ambition to redefine the role of armored vehicles in 21st-century conflict

The Kit: Chinese ZTZ100 Main Battle Tank in 72nd Scale.
MENG will release the 1/72 scale "72-021 Chinese ZTZ100 Main Battle Tank" plastic kit. The assembled size is approximately 132 mm in total length, 50 mm in total width, and 46 mm in total height. The kit includes high-definition waterslide decals.

Faithfully reproduces the powerful appearance of the Chinese ZTZ100 main battle tank.
Modular design makes assembly easy and pays attention to detail.
Precisely reproduces the engine's heat dissipation cover.
The main gun barrel and coaxial machine gun can move up and down.
The remote weapon station is rotatable, and the machine gun can move up and down.
 The link & length style tracks are designed for easy assembly.
It can be combined with the same-scale Chinese ZTZ99B Main Battle Tank (sold separately) to showcase China's most powerful ground combat equipment.
You can see more info on this kit and others from Meng on the Meng Models website...