Tamiya 1:35 Desert Storm M2A2 ODS Bradley IFV (35264) – Model Kit

Overview

Relive a pivotal moment in modern armored warfare with the Tamiya 1:35 Desert Storm M2A2 ODS Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle kit. Grounded in Gulf War operations of 1991 and the 1996 Operation Desert Storm revision, this model captures a vehicle that integrated new electronics and identification features. The Desert Storm variant introduced a laser range finder, GPS antenna, and rear sensors, paired with a compact box exhaust design. The kit presents these details at scale and offers a versatile foundation for display modeling or diorama scenes. While accuracy is a key aim, the kit invites creative choices—weathering, markings, and armament options—without asserting guaranteed outcomes in real-world use.

What’s in the box

• Scale: 1:35
• Overall length measured at about 193 mm when built
• Laser range finder, GPS antenna, rear sensors, and box exhaust are accurately replicated
• Two 25 mm cannon options allow alternative armament configurations
• Tracks use highly durable pads for smooth handling and display realism
• Combat Identification Panels (CIP) are attached on both sides and the rear
• Extensive accessory set includes personnel equipment such as alice packs and a sleeping bag
• Body armor wearing commander and gunner figures included for action-ready poses
• Decals cover three Iraq deployments and three NATO operations for versatile markings

Detail and realism

The model recreates the silhouette and electronics from the era, with attention to the distinct features that marked the M2A2 ODS upgrade. Subtle surface textures, panel lines, and sensor housings help convey a believable finish when painted in desert hues or field tones.

Build and display ideas

• Create a desert scene by pairing the kit with a weathered base and sandy washes to evoke dusty environments
• Weathering and dry brushing can emphasize the gun mount, tracks, and side CIP panels for a lived-in look
• Use the included decals to tell a story of deployments across Iraq and NATO missions

Specifications at a glance

• Scale: 1:35
• Overall length: ~193 mm
• Includes two 25 mm cannon options
• Figures and equip included for dynamic posing