World War III - Israeli: M113 Platoon

Israel captured Jordanian M113 armoured personnel carriers in the 1967 war, and after some modifications to suit their needs internally and externally, they eventually went about purchasing more from the US in 1970. The Israelis had about 400 in service by the time war broke out again in 1973. The M113 itself is better armoured and more mobile than the older M3 half-track.

The M113 underwent a series of standardised modifications to become the Israeli M113 ‘Zelda’ APC. Mine racks were added to each side of the M113 as well as a rail for mounting knapsacks, camouflage nets, stretchers and tactical call-signs. Often the splash board on the front of the hull was removed due to the lack of water crossings that the IDF were required to conduct.

As well as the standard US armament of an M2 .50 cal machine-gun, the Israelis also added two FN MAG 7.62mm machine-guns on either side of the rear hatch. The M113 was nicknamed the ‘Zelda’ by the troops.

THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS:

• 4x M113 Vehicles
• 2x M163 VADS Upgrade Kits
• 4x M106 or M125 Mortar Crew
• 2x M150 (TOW) Crew
• 1x Decal Sheet

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These miniatures are supplied unassembled and unpainted