Meng Models 1:35 Merkava Mk. 4/4 LIK w/ Nochri-Kal Mine Roller System • Kit No. TS-049
The Merkava is a main battle tank used by the Israel Defense Forces. The tank began development in 1970 and entered official service in 1979. Four main variants of the tank have been deployed. It was first used extensively in the 1982 Lebanon War. The name “Merkava” was derived from the IDF’s initial development program name.
Design criteria include rapid repair of battle damage, survivability, cost-effectiveness and off-road performance.
Following the model of contemporary self-propelled howitzers, the turret assembly is located closer to the rear than in most main battle tanks.