Fine Molds FM54 Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Type 60 APC w/ MAT 1/35 – plastic model kit

We offer a unique plastic model kit – Fine Molds FM54 Type 60 APC w/ MAT in 1/35 scale. This is a faithful miniature of the Japanese Type 60 armored personnel carrier, which was the backbone of the mechanized units of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) from the 1960s to the early 21st century.

Historical information:

The Type 60 APC was the first armored personnel carrier manufactured in Japan after World War II. The design was developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries between 1957 and 1960 in response to the need for a modern vehicle for the newly established Japanese Ground Forces. The vehicle participated in peacekeeping missions and exercises aimed at protecting the archipelago during the Cold War period. The featured variant with the MAT (wire-guided anti-tank missile) system is noteworthy, as it significantly increased the vehicle’s firepower, making it a potent threat to potential armored adversaries. The Type 60 served in the Japanese military from 1960 to 2005.

Model features:

• Scale: 1/35 – allows for a detailed model with precise components.
• Manufacturer: Fine Molds – a renowned Japanese brand appreciated for quality and accuracy.
• Contents: plastic model kit, frame components with fine details, set of parts for assembling the MAT missile system.
• Material: high-quality plastic – enables easy handling, painting, and gluing.
• The set does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately.
• Replica of the version with the MAT guided anti-tank missile launcher.
• Optional accessories: figures from other kits in the same scale can be added.
• Movable elements, realistically reproduced suspension and armor details.

Product category:

Plastic model kit – ideal both for collections and for dioramas depicting modern armed forces of East Asia.

Recommendation and difficulty level:

This model is recommended for intermediate and advanced military modelers – especially for enthusiasts of Japanese technology and Cold War themes. Assembly difficulty is rated at 3/5. The amount of details and components guarantees satisfaction from building and painting, and the finished model will make an attractive addition to any armored vehicle model collection.