AFV Club 35391 - 1:35 M1296 Stryker ICV-Dragoon w/ ESA MWO Upgrade

1:35 scale plastic model kit of the M1296 Stryker ICV Dragoon with ESA MWO Upgrade

The AFV Club 35391 kit depicts the M1296 Stryker ICV Dragoon – an upgraded variant of the U.S. Army’s 8×8 Stryker armored vehicle, equipped with the Enhanced Survivability Armor (ESA) and the latest MWO modifications. The Dragoon variant features a remote-operated turret armed with a 30 mm Bushmaster II cannon, providing significantly improved firepower and protection over earlier Stryker versions.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Manufacturer: AFV Club
• Model length: approx. 23 cm
• Difficulty level: advanced

Note: Glue, paints, and tools are not included. Assembly required.

About the build:

The kit features highly detailed components, including a fully reproduced 8×8 chassis, detailed interior, turret system, and ESA armor modules. Photo-etched parts and accurate decals are included for U.S. Army vehicles deployed in Europe. The precise molding ensures excellent fit and a realistic final appearance suitable for advanced modelers.

Recommended tools:

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Plastic cement
• Fine brushes or airbrush
• Acrylic or enamel paints in U.S. Army colors (NATO green, brown, black, metallic)

About the M1296 Stryker ICV Dragoon:

The M1296 Stryker Dragoon is a modern U.S. Army 8×8 armored infantry carrier vehicle developed by General Dynamics Land Systems. Designed to provide enhanced lethality and protection, it is fitted with a Kongsberg remote weapon station mounting a 30 mm Bushmaster II cannon. The ESA upgrade improves crew survivability against kinetic and explosive threats. The Dragoon variant serves with the 2nd Cavalry Regiment based in Germany, playing a vital role in NATO’s rapid reaction forces.

Technical data of the real vehicle:

• Manufacturer: General Dynamics Land Systems
• Crew: 2 + 9 infantrymen
• Engine: Caterpillar C7, 350 hp
• Combat weight: approx. 20 tons
• Maximum speed: 100 km/h
• Range: approx. 500 km
• Armament: 30 mm Bushmaster II cannon + 7.62 mm machine gun
• Armor system: ESA (Enhanced Survivability Armor)

About AFV Club:

AFV Club is a Taiwanese model manufacturer renowned for producing high-quality, detail-rich plastic kits of armored vehicles and modern military systems. Their kits are highly valued for precision, engineering accuracy, and authentic representation, making them a top choice among experienced modelers and collectors worldwide.