Details of Trumpeter 00321 1/35 Iraqi Army Service Type-69 II Medium Tank
Basic Specifications
• Item No.: Trumpeter 00321
• Scale: 1/35
• Subject: Iraqi Army Service Chinese Type 69-II Medium Tank
• Kit Type: Unpainted plastic assembly kit, glue and paint required
• Completed Dimensions: Length 256 mm, Width 98 mm, Height 73 mm
• Parts Count: Over 370 pieces
• Photo-etched parts: Not included
• Package Weight: approx 550 g
• Figures, glue, paints and tools NOT included
Kit Contents
• Complete accurate Type 69-II hull and dedicated Iraqi service turret assembly
• Detailed 100mm main gun barrel with authentic fume extractor device
• Simulated front boom armor and smoke grenade discharger components
• 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun and 7.62mm coaxial machine gun parts
• Special starfish-style road wheels, return rollers and drive sprocket set
• Complete torsion bar suspension system and flexible track link parts
• Iraqi army specific exterior fittings and hull armor reinforcement details
• Turret observation devices and field modification accessory parts
• Decals for authentic Iraqi Army military marking schemes
• Detailed step-by-step assembly instruction manual
Kit Features
• Precise 1/35 scale model replicating Type 69-II tank in genuine Iraqi Army service configuration
• Faithfully restored exclusive Iraqi field modifications including boom armor and smoke grenade launchers
• Accurate starfish road wheels and 100mm gun with fume extractor matching in-service vehicles
• Rich surface textures including casting marks, weld lines and reinforced armor features
• Realistic flexible track links and standard suspension structure for authentic static posture
• Fully presents the unique modified characteristics of export Type 69-II for Iraqi military
• Ideal for Middle East military theme diorama and export tank model collection
• Moderate part layout, friendly for assembly, painting and weathering processing
Recommended Skill Level
• Suitable for Middle East military model collectors and Chinese export armor enthusiasts
• Beginner to intermediate skill level, easy to complete standard assembly and finishing
Historical Background
• The Type 69-II is a second-generation improved medium tank developed based on China’s Type 59 tank, specifically optimized for foreign export.
• A large number of Type 69-II tanks were imported and equipped by the Iraqi Army, serving as the main ground armored equipment during the Iran-Iraq War.
• In-service Iraqi Type 69-II vehicles received localized field upgrades, including additional protective armor and smoke grenade discharge systems.
• These export tanks participated in numerous regional conflicts in the Middle East, with extensive battlefield exposure and practical combat records.
• It represents the classic achievement of China’s early armored equipment export and foreign military technical cooperation.
Full‑Size Vehicle Specifications (Iraqi Type 69-II Medium Tank)
• Combat Weight: 36.7 tons
• Overall Length (gun forward): 9.12 m
• Overall Width: 3.27 m
• Overall Height: 2.45 m
• Engine: 12150L 12-cylinder diesel engine, 520 hp
• Max road speed: 50 km/h
• Cruising range: 440 km
• Main Armament: 100mm rifled tank gun with fume extractor
• Secondary Armament: 1 × 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun, 1 × 7.62mm coaxial machine gun
• Crew: 4 personnel
• Additional Equipment: Field-modified boom armor and smoke grenade discharger system
