1/35 Australian M113A1 Belly Armour
During the Vietnam conflict, Australian M113s had an Australian-designed armoured plate fitted to the underside of the hull, referred to as “belly armour.” Belly armour was intended to counter the threat of mines and improvised explosive devices. This modification occurred in-theatre from 1969 onwards. All M113 variants in Australian service in South Vietnam were fitted with this armour. Post Vietnam, Australian M113A1s were occasionally fitted with Belly Armour; check your references before fitting
This correction kit is suited to the AFV Club, M113A1 ACAV AF35113, and their M113A1 APC AF35291.
Australian M113 Sponson Armour
During the Vietnam conflict, the Australian M113s were fitted with sponson armour on each side of the vehicle, to help counter the threat of mines and IEDs. This modification occurred from 1969 onwards. All M113 in Australian service were fitted with this armour. M113 FSV hulls that had their turrets removed and sent to New Zealand Army also had this armour fitted to them.
This update/correction kit is suited to the AFV Club, M113A1 ACAV AF35113, and their M113A1 APC AF35291.
