Star Decals 72-A1017 M67 Zippo. 1st Tank Battalion, M67A2 Flame tank 1/72 – Water-slide decals for models of American armored vehicles from the Vietnam War era

We present an exceptional set of Star Decals 72-A1017 M67 Zippo decals, dedicated to modelers building scale 1/72 armored vehicles. This product is a water-slide decal sheet that allows for precise recreation of markings and paint schemes of the M67A2 Flame tank used by the 1st Tank Battalion of the United States Marine Corps (US Marines) during the Vietnam War.

Detailed Product Features

• Scale: 1/72, compatible with most plastic and resin models in this scale
• Intended use: Decals for M67A2 Zippo tanks – vehicles equipped with flamethrowers, used by the USMC
• User country: United States of America
• Period of use: Vietnam War (second half of the 1960s and early 1970s, Cold War era)
• Material: Top quality water-slide decal – thin film, durable pigments, resistant to yellowing
• Set includes: Decal sheet and clear, color-printed marking placement instructions based on historical USMC schemes
• Category: Water-slide decals for 1/72 scale models

Historical Description & Application

The M67A2 "Zippo" is an American tank based on the M48 Patton chassis, equipped with a powerful flamethrower for clearing bunkers and dense foliage. It is best known for its use by the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam conflict, where it supported infantry in heavily wooded areas and during assaults on fortified Viet Cong positions. The 1st Tank Battalion USMC was one of the units actively employing M67 Zippo vehicles in intense combat operations.

Why Choose Star Decals 72-A1017?

• Historical accuracy – decals based on documentation and authentic photographic archives of the US Marines
• Crystal clear replication of even the smallest inscriptions and tactical markings
• Ultra-thin decal film ensures excellent adhesion to the model and invisible edges
• Easy application even for intermediate modelers

Recommendation & Difficulty

Especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers building dioramas or armored vehicles from the battles of Southeast Asia. Application difficulty is rated at 2 out of 5 – requires basic experience working with water-slide decals.

Star Decals 72-A1017 M67 Zippo is an excellent choice for every military history enthusiast, modeler passionate about the Vietnam War, and collectors of 1/72 scale armored models. A perfect way to enhance the realism of your model and faithfully recreate historical details.