Artitec 6870544 US Humvee Camo Armored TOW 1:87 HO Scale Model

US Humvee Camo Armored TOW (6870544)

$48.95
Sale price  $48.95 Regular price 
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Artitec 6870544 US Humvee Camo Armored TOW 1:87 HO Scale Model

US Humvee Camo Armored TOW (6870544)

$48.95
Sale price  $48.95 Regular price 
Model Details
Manufacturer Artitec
Article Number 6870544
Product Release Year 2024
Scale 1:87 HO Scale
Build Type Ready-Made
Dimensions L: 2.1 in · W: 1.2 in · H: 1.3 in
Historical & Vehicle Details
Country United States
Military Branch U.S. Army
Era Cold War
Vehicle Type Light Utility Vehicle
Vehicle Family HMMWV
Paint Scheme Woodland Camouflage
Collector model. Not a toy. Recommended for ages 18+
Model Overview

A Ready-Made HO / 1:87 scale Artitec US Humvee Camo Armored TOW with a realistic woodland camouflage finish. This model represents an armored U.S. Army HMMWV equipped with a roof-mounted TOW anti-tank missile launcher, making it an excellent addition to modern military layouts, armored convoy scenes, training displays, late Cold War and early post-Cold War dioramas.

The model features a hardtop armored body, detailed TOW launcher installation, roof hatch area, clear cab glazing, front brush guard, side mirrors, antenna, rear lights, and fine tactical markings. The green, brown, and black camouflage pattern is enhanced by subtle weathering and dust effects that give the vehicle a realistic field-service appearance.

  • Ready-Made HO / 1:87 scale US Army HMMWV
  • Woodland camouflage finish with subtle dust, grime, and wear effects
  • Armored TOW version with roof-mounted anti-tank missile launcher
  • Detailed hardtop body with front brush guard, side mirrors, clear windows, antenna, and rear body details
  • Fine exterior details including door paneling, roof hatch, launcher mount, wheels, tires, lights, grille, and small tactical markings
  • Hand-painted, collector-quality Artitec model made from resin with etched-metal detail parts
  • Suitable for military collectors, HO-scale layouts, vehicle displays, convoy scenes, and modern woodland military dioramas

Vehicle History

The Humvee, officially known as the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle, or HMMWV, became one of the most versatile light tactical vehicles used by the U.S. military. Designed to replace several older light utility vehicles, it served in a wide range of roles including cargo transport, troop movement, communications, ambulance duties, and weapons carriage.

One of the most important combat versions mounted the TOW missile system. TOW stands for Tube-launched, Optically tracked, Wire-guided, a long-serving anti-tank guided missile developed to defeat armored vehicles at extended range. Mounted on a Humvee, the TOW system gave U.S. Army units a highly mobile anti-armor platform that could move quickly, take up firing positions, and engage enemy tanks or fortified targets.

Armored TOW Humvees combined mobility with improved crew protection, making them well suited for frontline support and anti-vehicle defense roles. Vehicles in woodland camouflage were especially associated with training and operations in temperate environments, including Europe and U.S.-based field exercises. Compared with a standard utility Humvee, the TOW-equipped version had a much more specialized battlefield purpose, serving as a fast and flexible missile carrier for mechanized and cavalry units.

The Humvee TOW carrier became a recognizable part of modern U.S. military forces, bridging the gap between light tactical transport and dedicated anti-armor fire support.

About Artitec Ready-Made Models

Artitec's Ready-Made models are handcrafted from high-quality resin and produced in limited runs. Each model is expertly preassembled, hand-painted, and often subtly weathered to recreate the appearance of a real vehicle in use. Because every model is finished by hand, small variations may occur, making each piece unique.

Artitec uses vacuum-cast resin to reproduce exceptionally fine, true-to-scale details that can be difficult to achieve with conventional manufacturing methods. Etched-brass parts are added where appropriate to capture delicate components and further enhance realism.

Each model is assembled, painted, and weathered by skilled specialists—a process requiring considerable time, precision, and experience. Artitec Ready-Made models are ideal for collectors seeking exceptional detail and realism without the time and effort required to build and finish a model kit.