AFV Club 35377 - 1:35 Australian Army M113A1 LRV w/ DIEHL 513B tracks

Australian Army M113A1 LRV plastic model kit with DIEHL 513B tracks in 1:35 scale

The AFV Club 35377 kit represents the Australian Army M113A1 LRV (Light Reconnaissance Vehicle), a specialized reconnaissance variant developed from the well-known M113 armored personnel carrier. The original M113 platform became one of the most widely used armored vehicles in the world thanks to its reliability, mobility, and adaptability.

In Australian service, several specialized versions of the M113 were developed, including the LRV variant used by armored cavalry units for reconnaissance and patrol missions. These vehicles retained the mobility and reliability of the standard M113 while incorporating additional equipment suited to reconnaissance tasks.

Model technical details:

• Scale: 1:35
• Model length: approx. 13.9 cm
• Manufacturer: AFV Club
• Skill level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modelling tools. The model requires assembly.

Model assembly

The model consists of plastic parts mounted on sprues that must be removed, cleaned, and assembled according to the manufacturer’s instructions. After assembly, the model should be painted and finished using the decals included in the kit.

Essential tools

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper for part preparation
• Brushes for painting
• Plastic model cement
• Model paints

About the M113A1 LRV

The M113 armored personnel carrier was developed in the United States during the late 1950s and entered service in the early 1960s. Its lightweight aluminum armor, high mobility, and simple design made it one of the most widely used armored vehicles in modern military history.

The Australian Army introduced the M113 in the 1960s and used it in various roles within mechanized and armored cavalry units. Several locally adapted variants were developed, including command vehicles, support vehicles, and reconnaissance versions such as the M113A1 LRV.

The LRV variant was used for reconnaissance, patrol, and support missions and served as an important vehicle for Australian armored reconnaissance units.

Technical data of the original vehicle:

• Length: approx. 4.86 m
• Engine: Detroit Diesel 6V53 diesel engine
• Power: approx. 215 hp
• Maximum speed: approx. 64 km/h
• Crew: 2–3

About AFV Club

AFV Club is a manufacturer known for producing highly detailed plastic model kits of military vehicles, particularly in 1:35 scale. The company offers a wide range of kits covering vehicles from different historical periods, as well as modelling accessories such as track sets, weapons, and detail parts.