Fore Art 2009 - 1:72 M142 Himars Atacms + Gmlrs 1+1

1:72 scale M142 HIMARS plastic model kit – 2 vehicles with ATACMS and GMLRS

The Fore Art 2009 set includes two M142 HIMARS rocket launcher model kits in 1:72 scale. The box contains two vehicles in a 1+1 configuration – one equipped with the long-range ATACMS missile and the other fitted with a six-round GMLRS rocket pod. This makes it an excellent choice for modellers interested in recreating modern rocket artillery units or building dynamic contemporary military dioramas.

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 10 cm (each vehicle)
• Manufacturer: Fore Art
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modelling tools. Assembly required.

Assembly

The models consist of plastic parts enabling the construction of the characteristic 6×6 wheeled chassis and modular rocket launcher system. The inclusion of two different weapon configurations enhances display possibilities and allows for realistic representation of modern artillery operations.

Required tools

• Modelling knife or sprue cutters
• Files and/or sandpaper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement
• Paint set – colours suitable for modern military vehicles
• Cyanoacrylate glue (if needed for stronger bonding)

About the M142 HIMARS:

The M142 HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) is a highly mobile wheeled rocket launcher developed in the United States as a lighter counterpart to the tracked M270 MLRS. It uses interchangeable launch pods carrying either six 227 mm GMLRS rockets or a single long-range ATACMS tactical missile. Thanks to its mobility, precision, and rapid redeployment capability, HIMARS has become one of the most important rocket artillery systems of the 21st century.

Technical data of the original vehicle:

• Length: approx. 7.0 m
• Crew: 3
• Armament: 6 × GMLRS (227 mm) or 1 × ATACMS
• Chassis: 6×6 wheeled

Fore Art – modern military subjects in scale form

Fore Art focuses on contemporary military vehicles and modern weapon systems. Their kits allow modellers to recreate up-to-date military hardware in popular scales, offering relevant and visually striking subjects for collections and dioramas.