Following on from the earlier tracked AMX-VCI of the 1960s (available as a model on this site), the new French APC, to specifications published in 1974, was a lightly armoured, amphibious 4×4 design. It complemented the tracked AMX-10P as the main army APC. The VAB’s 13 tonne weight allows the vehicle to be airlifted, a crucial tactical advantage, completed by its amphibious capabilities. Further details can be found at sites such as https://www.tanks-encyclopedia.com/coldwar/France/VAB.php or https://www.army-technology.com/projects/vab/.
Two design files are provided, a first providing an integrated, hollow model for printing in resin, and a second with a base hull and separate wheels for fdm printing. It is a relatively simple, though reasonably detailed, model, and should print without too many issues. It can be scaled up to 1:87 or 1:76 if desired; the detailing should be sufficient.
Future offerings will include the NBC variant (extended hull), and the MEPHISTO missile carrier.
The product is offered for personal, non-commercial use. Derivative designs for personal use may be generated, but neither the original nor derivatives may be shared with others. Attribution of the design is requested should printed models be exhibited or otherwise shared. Models printed from this design or derivatives may not be sold commercially.
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