TMN: Preview: A large-scale German Leopard 2A6 from Trumpeter in October...

A big kit from Trumpeter this month in the form of a 16th-scale German Leopard 2A6. We have colours, decals & CADs showing features in our preview...

Preview: A large-scale German Leopard 2A6 from Trumpeter in October...

German Leopard 2A6 MBT

by Trumpeter

Kit No. 00968

1/16th scale

Product Link on the Trumpeter Website

The Leopard 2A6 stands as a masterclass in armoured warfare engineering, blending devastating firepower with exceptional mechanical agility. At the heart of its offensive capability is the Rheinmetall 120 mm L/55 smoothbore gun, an extended-barrel upgrade that grants the tank unparalleled muzzle velocity and precision over extreme distances. This lethal main gun, paired with a state-of-the-art computerised fire control system, allows the crew to reliably engage and destroy moving targets while traversing rugged terrain at high speeds. Driven by a massive 1,500-horsepower MTU V12 twin-turbo diesel engine, the 62-tonne leviathan maintains the nimble cross-country mobility of a much lighter vehicle, ensuring it can rapidly dominate fluid battlefield environments.

The decals in the box

The colour schemes provided in this box...

Beyond its striking offensive power, the platform is globally revered for its uncompromising approach to crew survivability. Its silhouette is instantly recognisable by the distinct, wedge-shaped appliqué armour fitted to the turret front, specifically designed to deflect modern kinetic energy penetrators and disrupt shaped chemical charges. Beneath this outer shell lies an advanced matrix of spaced multilayer composite armour, reinforced internally by spall liners to shield the four-person crew from explosive fragmentation. This dual emphasis on proactive deflection and robust internal fortification has cemented the 2A6's reputation as a resilient defensive anchor for Germany, NATO, and allied forces worldwide.

An example of the colour instruction booklet