M1A2 SEP Abrams

This is a scratch-conversion of the Italeri M1A2 Abrams into the 'A2 SEP standard currently in service. I modeled "BOOM STICK" based on photos of the tank just before deployment to Iraq in 2003, and as it appeared during service there. I upgraded and modified the Italeri model kit using the M1A2 SEP Abrams Technical Manual 9-2350-388-10-1. "BOOM STICK" was also equipped with a MCBS (Mine Clearing Blade System) during deployment, and I fitted the Tamiya subassembly to the modified Italeri kit. I used Technical Manual 9-2590-509-23P that covers the MCBS as fitted to the M1A1 and M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tanks to add the missing details on the Tamiya Mine Plow and to correct the ones present. All told, researching this particular tank and obtaining technical information on the details of the M1A2 SEP took over a year to wrap up.

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