The Type 61 tank is a main battle tank developed and used by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. Development started in 1955 and the vehicle was first deployed in April 1961. The type number follows the year of deployment. A total of 560 Type 61s were manufactured between 1961 and 1975, when production ceased. It was succeeded by the Type 74
Realistic depictions of 12.7mm machine guns, smoke dischargers and even the canvas material used to cover the main gun mantlet.
Fine molding ensures that aspects such as transmission cover panel bolts and weld lines are succinctly and authentically captured.
