{"product_id":"um-models-1-72-t-55ad1-medium-tank-232","title":"UM Models 1\/72 T-55AD1 Medium Tank (232)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Cold War T-55 with active protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUM Models kit 232 represents the Soviet T-55AD1, a specialised development of the long-serving T-55 tank family. Its Drozd active protection equipment makes it an unusual subject alongside more conventional Cold War armour in 1\/72 scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical background\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe T-55 became one of the most widely produced tanks of the Cold War. Armed with a 100 mm gun, it served with the Soviet Union and many other countries, and its design provided a basis for numerous upgrades intended to extend its usefulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe T-55AD programme introduced the Drozd active protection system in the early 1980s. Rather than relying solely on armour to absorb a hit, Drozd used radar to detect approaching threats and defensive projectiles to intercept them. It was among the earliest active protection systems fielded on operational tanks, marking an important step in the development of vehicle survivability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis model offers a way to explore that transition from traditional armour protection to active defensive technology. The distinctive equipment gives the familiar T-55 silhouette a different character, making it a useful addition to a Cold War display or a reference-led diorama.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eModel details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: UM Models (UniModel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: T-55AD1 Soviet medium tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical feature: Drozd active protection system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit number: 232\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eModel kit requiring assembly and painting. Consult the kit instructions and marking options before choosing a specific vehicle or unit for your build.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UM Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55306805739861,"sku":"UM-232","price":22.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/8287\/8805\/files\/139123-10244-pristine.avif?v=1791784650","url":"https:\/\/monstermodelsandgames.co.uk\/products\/um-models-1-72-t-55ad1-medium-tank-232","provider":"Monster Models and Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}