Italeri 6506 M113 ACAV with 106mm recoilless gun (1/35) – highly detailed plastic model kit

Italeri 6506 M113 ACAV with 106mm recoilless gun in 1/35 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit, perfect for military modeling enthusiasts. The set replicates one of the most important post-war armored personnel carriers, widely used by the US Army and its allies.

Historical background and deployment of the M113 ACAV

The M113 ACAV (Armored Cavalry Assault Vehicle) is an American modification of the classic M113 armored personnel carrier, introduced during the Vietnam War. The ACAV variant was characterized by additional shielding and enhanced armament, including the installation of a 106mm recoilless gun. These vehicles were used by the United States and allied armies, including South Vietnam, Thailand, and Australia. They gained greatest fame during combat operations in Vietnam (Vietnam War, 1961–1975), serving as support vehicles for infantry and armored cavalry.

Features of the Italeri 6506 model

• Scale: 1/35
• Material: high-quality plastic
• User countries: United States, South Vietnam, Australia, Thailand
• Period of use: Vietnam War, Cold War
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Contents: detailed sprues with precise vehicle details, replicated armament (106mm recoilless gun), turrets, hull and chassis components
• Glue and paints not included – these need to be purchased separately
• Accurately rendered era details, including characteristic side shields and additional ACAV armor

Why choose this model?

The Italeri 6506 M113 ACAV model is an excellent choice for modelers interested in 20th-century military subjects, especially the Vietnam War. Thanks to its precise details, it is perfect for both collections and historical dioramas. We recommend it to both intermediate and more experienced modelers who value realistic vehicle reproduction.

Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for modelers with experience building military vehicles at this scale.