{"title":"Merkava","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"israeli-idf-merkava-mk-1-olive-drab-6870338","title":"Israeli IDF Merkava MK-1 Olive Drab (6870338)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"640\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis ready-made Artitec model reproduces an Israel Defense Forces Merkava MK-1 main battle tank in a weathered olive drab finish. The model captures the vehicle’s distinctive front-engine hull, sharply sloped glacis, rear-set angular turret, long 105 mm main gun, full side skirts, and six-road-wheel tracked running gear. White hull chevrons, turret number 2, barrel recognition bands, small stenciling, and red fittings complete the markings. Artitec identifies item 6870338 as a ready-made 1:87 HO-scale IDF model. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eThe turret is recreated with two roof-mounted machine guns, open crew hatches, dual radio antennas, sighting equipment, and a large rear stowage basket loaded with canvas rolls and field gear. Additional details include the hanging chain curtain beneath the turret bustle, front engine-deck grilles, spare track links, towing chain, lifting points, lights, rear access door, and carefully rendered tracks and running gear. Dust, grime, worn edges, and track weathering give the model a convincing operational appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m3gkxw\" data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eReady-Made 1:87 \/ HO scale Artitec model\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6si368\" data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eIsrael Defense Forces Merkava MK-1 main battle tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6t9vse\" data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eDistinctive front-engine hull with sharply sloped glacis, rear-set angular turret, full side skirts, and low-profile silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14rmhql\" data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eLong 105 mm rifled main gun with segmented thermal sleeve and white barrel recognition bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wep42l\" data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eTurret roof with two mounted machine guns, open crew hatches, dual radio antennas, sights, and equipment fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a64euh\" data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eRear turret bustle with large stowage basket, canvas rolls, spare equipment, and hanging chain curtain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cbumtk\" data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eDetailed engine-deck grilles, spare track links, front towing chain, lights, lifting points, rear access door, and hull fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15hbzzv\" data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eSix-road-wheel running gear with detailed tracks, drive sprockets, idlers, suspension components, and armored side skirts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6o645k\" data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003eOlive drab finish with white V recognition markings, turret number 2, small exterior stenciling, and red equipment accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vafid5\" data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eRealistic operational weathering with faded paint, dust, grime, worn edges, and weathered track surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o9e8hi\" data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003eIdeal for Modern Era, Israel Defense Forces, armored-unit, Middle Eastern military, training, and combat scenes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"beidce\" data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003eSuitable for military collectors, HO-scale layouts, vehicle displays, and dioramas\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Artitec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49955939582200,"sku":"6870338","price":55.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/2779\/4936\/files\/6870338_IDF_Merkava_MK1_Olive_Drab_e_LR.jpg?v=1783775596"}],"url":"https:\/\/usmodelshop.com\/collections\/merkava.oembed","provider":"US Model Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}