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Preview: Meng's new ZTZ-100 Main Battle Tank in 35th scale
Chinese ZTZ-100 Main Battle Tank
Kit No. # TS-062
1/35th scale
There are three marking choices in the box.
Release Date: August 2026
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The Subject: Chinese ZTZ-100 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.
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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.
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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
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The Kit: Chinese ZTZ-100 Main Battle Tank in 72nd Scale.
MENG will release the 1/35th scale "TS-062 Chinese ZTZ-100 Main Battle Tank" plastic kit. The fully assembled dimensions are approximately 271 mm in total length, 105 mm in total width, and 120 mm in total height. The kit includes waterslide decals for three versions of ZTZ-100 tanks.
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This model faithfully reproduces the advanced exterior profile of the ZTZ-100 MBT. This machine was recently made by Meng in 72nd scale, so they would be pretty experienced with the tank by now, one would think!
All crew hatches can be opened and closed at your choice.
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Lights, periscopes, and optical sights are reproduced with clear parts.
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The remote weapon station, active protection system interceptor missile launcher, and other components are rotatable.
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The gunner's sight and the laser rangefinder for the gun can be selected to be opened or closed.
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The crosswind sensor, IFF device, antennas, and other parts can be selected for attachment in their respective different states.
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The main gun's barrel can move up and down, and the coaxial machine gun also moves in linkage with it.
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The real vehicle's torsion bar suspension is reproduced using metal parts, enhancing the suspension's elasticity.
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Thanks to the combination of precision bearings and wheels, the model can run more smoothly.
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The kit includes glue-free single-pin-type movable tracks, which can be easily assembled by combining them with the included dedicated tools.
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You can see more info on this kit and others from Meng on the Meng Models website...