ACE 72459 EBR 90 F1 mod.1951 w/FL-11 turret wheeled tank 1/72

ACE 72459 EBR 90 F1 mod.1951 w/FL-11 turret wheeled tank 1/72

The ACE 72459 plastic model kit representing the French reconnaissance wheeled tank EBR 90 F1 with FL-11 turret in 1/72 scale is a unique offering for military modeling and military technology history enthusiasts. The kit does not include glue or paints and requires self-assembly, making it an excellent challenge for intermediate and advanced modelers.

Historical background of the vehicle

The EBR 90 F1, or Panhard EBR (fr. Engin Blindé de Reconnaissance), is a French wheeled armored vehicle developed just after World War II. The version with the FL-11 turret was designed in 1951 and gained recognition thanks to its innovative running gear (eight wheels, with four central wheels retractable and four outer wheels powered), as well as its strong armament—a 90 mm gun. This vehicle was mainly used by the French army and took part in colonial conflicts in French Africa, Madagascar, and the Algerian conflict. The EBR 90 F1 was in service from the early 1950s, throughout the Cold War, up to the 1980s. This model represents an early production version, particularly distinguished by the low-profile FL-11 turret.

Technical data

• Scale: 1/72
• Vehicle country of origin: France
• Historical period: Cold War (1950s–1980s)
• Material: high-quality injection-molded plastic
• Additional parts: the model does not include metal or resin accessories
• Category: plastic model kit
• Box contents: sprues with model parts, decals, detailed assembly instructions

Why choose this model?

The ACE 72459 EBR 90 F1 mod.1951 w/FL-11 turret model is a realistic replica of a rarely seen reconnaissance vehicle. Excellent surface detail, an accurate representation of the distinctive turret and chassis design make this product a perfect base for building a collector's display or Cold War era dioramas. Ideal for collectors and fans of French military history. Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 3/5) who are looking for original models of vehicles used in lesser-known military campaigns.