Details of Trumpeter 00346 1/35 US M1 Panther II Mineclearing Tank
Basic Specifications
• Item No.: Trumpeter 00346
• Scale: 1/35
• Subject: US Army M1 Panther II Turretless Mine Clearing Tank
• Kit Type: Unpainted plastic assembly kit, glue and paint required
• Completed Dimensions: Length 312 mm, Width 127 mm, Height 78 mm
• Parts Count: Over 500 pieces
• Photo-etched parts: Included
• Package Weight: approx 650 g
• Figures, glue, paints and tools NOT included
Kit Contents
• Complete accurate turretless M1 Panther II hull assembly based on M1 Abrams chassis
• Dual optional mine-clearing attachments: mine roller set or mine plow blades
• Detailed commander cupola with separate periscopes and .50cal machine gun assembly
• Full set of road wheels, return rollers, drive sprockets and idler wheels
• Authentic torsion bar suspension system components for static chassis display
• Two track options: flexible vinyl big-foot tracks or plastic link-style tracks
• Fine etched metal parts and simulated copper chains for mine-clearing mechanism
• Hull non-slip texture surface, external stowage racks, water cans and field accessories
• Clear transparent inserts for driver hatch periscopes
• Decals for multiple US Army engineering unit marking schemes
• Detailed step-by-step assembly instruction manual
Kit Features
• Standard 1/35 scale high-fidelity model reproducing US M1 Panther II turretless mine clearing engineering vehicle
• Faithfully reproduced unique turret-free hull structure and heavy-duty front mine clearing equipment
• Dual build options to assemble either mine roller configuration or mine plow configuration
• Rich surface textures including non-slip coating, panel lines and bolt details on hull surface
• Etched metal details and fine chain parts greatly enhance the realism of mine-clearing assembly
• Realistic suspension and optional track types restore authentic combat engineering vehicle static posture
• Fully presents the specialized minefield breakthrough capability of US Army armored engineering vehicle
• Ideal for US military engineering vehicle collection and mine-clearing operation themed diorama building
• Reasonable part layout, balanced assembly difficulty, friendly for painting and weathering modification
Recommended Skill Level
• Suitable for US military engineering vehicle collectors and modern armor model enthusiasts
• Beginner to intermediate skill level, easy to complete full assembly and detailed finishing
Historical Background
• The M1 Panther II mine clearing tank is a turretless combat engineering vehicle converted from the M1 Abrams tank chassis for dedicated mine clearance missions.
• The original turret is removed and replaced with operator cupola and heavy front mine-clearing attachments, available in roller or plow forms.
• It can trigger buried mines or push mines aside efficiently, clearing wide safe lanes for armored formation advances.
• Deployed with US Army engineer brigades, it saw operational service in Bosnia, Kosovo and other post-Cold War peacekeeping minefield clearance tasks.
• It represents a heavy armored mine-clearing platform, offering high survivability when working within high-risk minefield environments.
Full‑Size Vehicle Specifications (US M1 Panther II Mineclearing Tank)
• Combat Weight: 43.0 tons
• Overall Length (with mine roller): 9.85 m
• Overall Width: 3.66 m
• Overall Height: 2.40 m
• Engine: AGT-1500 gas turbine engine, 1500 hp
• Max road speed: 67 km/h
• Cruising range: 426 km
• Armament: 1 × 12.7mm roof machine gun for self-defense
• Special Equipment: Interchangeable mine roller set or mine plow assembly
• Function: Capable of clearing approx 5000 square meters of minefield per hour
• Crew: 2 personnel
