Border 1:35 German Main Battle Tank Leopard 2 A5/A6

The Border Model 1:35 German Main Battle Tank Leopard 2 A5/A6 is a highly detailed modern armour kit representing two of the most widely recognised variants of the Leopard 2 main battle tank, used by the German Bundeswehr and multiple NATO allies.

This kit allows modellers to build either the A5 or A6 configuration, both featuring improved armour protection and upgraded firepower systems over earlier Leopard 2 versions.

About the Leopard 2 A5 / A6

The Leopard 2 A5 introduced significant upgrades such as improved wedge-shaped turret armour and enhanced crew protection, while the A6 variant added a longer 120mm L/55 gun, increasing firepower and battlefield effectiveness.

Both variants are heavily used in modern NATO service and are common subjects for contemporary military modelling.

Kit Features

✔ 1:35 scale modern German main battle tank
✔ Option to build Leopard 2 A5 or A6 variant
✔ Highly detailed turret with angular composite armour
✔ Slide-moulded 120mm gun barrel (A6 option)
✔ Individual track link system for realism
✔ Detailed suspension and lower hull engineering
✔ Photo-etched parts for fine external detailing
✔ Crisp surface textures including anti-slip coating representation

Variant Differences Included

• Leopard 2 A5:

  • Wedge-shaped add-on turret armour

  • Standard 120mm L/44 gun

• Leopard 2 A6:

  • Longer 120mm L/55 gun barrel

  • Improved long-range engagement capability

Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced

Best suited for:

• modern armour modellers

• NATO vehicle enthusiasts

• detail-focused builders

Careful assembly is required due to complex turret geometry and track systems.

Recommended Finishing Options

✔ NATO three-tone camouflage (Germany, Netherlands, etc.)
✔ Winter or exercise markings
✔ Light operational dust and field weathering
✔ Training vehicle clean finish
✔ Eastern European deployment schemes

Ideal For

• Modern NATO armour collectors

• Leopard 2 enthusiasts

• 1:35 scale diorama builders

• Contemporary military modellers

• High-detail display builds

Summary

The Border Model Leopard 2 A5/A6 is a modern, highly detailed kit that captures one of NATO’s most iconic main battle tanks, offering flexibility to build two major variants and strong potential for realistic, contemporary armour displays.