Dragon 6805 M-46 Patton (1/35) – Plastic Tank Model Kit

The plastic model kit Dragon 6805 M-46 Patton (1/35) is a faithful replica of the American medium tank, making it an exceptional offer for enthusiasts of historical vehicle modeling. The model is prepared in the popular 1/35 scale, which allows for impressive details and a realistic silhouette of the combat vehicle. It is a product of the renowned manufacturer Dragon, known for its high accuracy in reproducing details and precision craftsmanship of components.

Technical and Historical Information

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of origin: United States of America
• Historical period: Cold War, Korean conflict
• Users: US Army, South Korea, Italy, France, Belgium
• Deployment: Mainly during the Korean War (1950-1953), also used in American garrisons in Europe and Asia
• M-46 Patton service years: from 1949 to the mid-1950s

The M-46 Patton was the first tank in the series named after General George S. Patton. It was developed as a major modernization of the M26 Pershing tank, receiving a new engine, upgraded 90 mm gun, and improved armor. During the Korean War, it formed the backbone of American armored forces, playing a key role in combat against North Korean equipment of Soviet origin.

Dragon 6805 Model Features

• Material: high-quality plastic
• Product category: plastic model kit
• Contents: richly detailed components, parts cleaned of excess plastic, photo-etched details
• Extras: option to assemble a movable turret, realistic tracks, and crew equipment elements
• Glue and paints sold separately

The Dragon 6805 M-46 Patton model is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 3/5). Carefully cast plastic ensures perfect fit of parts, while the abundance of detail allows for the creation of a realistic historical diorama. It is an excellent choice for both collectors of military vehicles and enthusiasts of 20th-century military history who wish to build a model of this iconic Cold War tank.