Takom 2040 British Main Battle Tank Chieftain Mk. 2 1/35 – plastic model kit

We are proud to present the Takom 2040 British Main Battle Tank Chieftain Mk. 2 model in the popular 1/35 scale. This detailed self-assembly kit has gained recognition among modellers worldwide thanks to its perfect reproduction of the historical vehicle, which was the backbone of Britain's armored forces during the Cold War.

Vehicle History and Applications

The Chieftain Mk. 2 is a development version of the famous British main battle tank. Introduced into service in the mid-1960s, it was primarily operated by the British Army and was also exported to countries such as Iran and Kuwait. The Chieftains were designed as a response to the threat posed by Soviet tanks during the Cold War and represented the pinnacle of British engineering in the 1960s and 70s. Exceptional firepower—the 120 mm L11A5 gun, advanced armor, and a modern fire control system—made the Chieftain considered one of the best-armored tanks of its era.

Detailed Contents of the Kit

• Model scale: 1/35
• Countries of use: United Kingdom, Iran, Kuwait
• Historical period: Cold War (1966–1995)
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Photo-etched (PE) parts for even greater detail realism
• Optional decals for vehicles from different units
• Detailed assembly instructions with diagrams
• Movable gun and turret

Product category

Plastic model kit – armored model, tanks 1/35.

Find out why the Takom 2040 Chieftain Mk. 2 is worth choosing

The model will be appreciated by both advanced modellers and ambitious, intermediate enthusiasts of armored vehicles. Exceptionally precise details, photo-etched parts, and realistic rendering of textures and components make the finished model look great as part of a diorama or as a standalone collector’s piece. The kit is recommended for modellers interested in Cold War era militaria and enthusiasts of British vehicles.

• Difficulty level: 4/5 – a complex kit, requiring precision and experience
• For intermediate and advanced modellers

Order the Takom 2040 British Main Battle Tank Chieftain Mk. 2 1/35 and create a unique model of the legend of British armored weaponry!