Tamiya 35116 1/35 M106A1 Armoured Mortar Carrier Kit  [35116]

Compact 1/35 M106A1 Armoured Mortar Carrier

The Tamiya 35116 kit presents the M106A1 Armored Self-Propelled Mortar in 1/35 scale with close attention to proportions and functional-looking components. It is aimed at scale enthusiasts who value accuracy and realistic presentation.

Service Background and Equipment

Built off the M113 platform, the M106A1 was fielded to give mortar support while maintaining mobility and protection. The full-size vehicle reached speeds up to 68 km/h and had an operational range of about 483 km, often fitted with an extra Browning M2 .50 cal for close defence.

What Modellers Will Notice

Model features include detailed mortar mounting points and scaled vehicle profiles matching the original 4.93 m length, 2.86 m width and 1.99 m height. The kit includes decals and step-by-step instructions to help with assembly and finishing choices.