{"product_id":"1-72-academy-m60a1-rise-p-usmc-13425","title":"1\/72 Academy M60A1 RISE (P) USMC 13425","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1\/72 Scale Academy M60A1 RISE (P) USMC Main Battle Tank Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild an authentic replica of the legendary M60A1 RISE (P) main battle tank as operated by the United States Marine Corps with this precision 1\/72 scale model kit from Academy Models. This detailed kit captures the iconic Cold War-era tank that served as the backbone of American armored forces for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed 1\/72 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate RISE (Reliability Improvements for Selected Equipment) Passive configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed hull and turret with authentic panel lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-molded individual track links or link-and-length tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed M68 105mm main gun with elevation capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic USMC markings and decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed suspension system with road wheels and return rollers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional position hatches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommander's cupola with M85 .50 caliber machine gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoke grenade launchers and external stowage details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear assembly instructions with painting guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the M60A1 RISE (P)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe M60A1 RISE (P) was an upgraded variant of the M60 Patton series main battle tank. The RISE program (Reliability Improvements for Selected Equipment) introduced significant mechanical and fire control improvements. The \"P\" designation indicated the Passive configuration, which featured passive night vision equipment instead of the earlier active infrared searchlight system. The M60A1 served with distinction in the U.S. Marine Corps and Army from the 1960s through the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Service\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe M60A1 RISE (P) saw extensive service with the United States Marine Corps during the Cold War era and participated in Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Its 105mm M68 main gun, derived from the British L7, was one of the most effective tank guns of its generation and could defeat most contemporary Soviet armor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13425\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Academy Models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Korea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War Era (1970s-1990s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService Branch:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Marine Corps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis unassembled plastic model kit requires plastic cement, paint, and modeling tools. We recommend using authentic USMC colors including Olive Drab, NATO Green, or Desert Tan depending on your chosen operational period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComplementary Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhance your build with these related items from our store:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/products\/9429031682279\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eSquadron Signal M60 Main Battle Tank In Action Reference Book\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Detailed historical reference and photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/414482464999\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e1\/72 Military Vehicles Collection\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Browse our complete 1\/72 armor selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/453156536551\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e1\/72 Tanks and Military Vehicles Aftermarket\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Detail sets and accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Academy Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcademy Models is a renowned South Korean manufacturer of high-quality plastic model kits. 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