Introduction:

The T-72M4 CZ is a modernized version of the Soviet-era T-72 main battle tank, developed by the Czech Republic, with about 30 tanks produced between 2003 and 2006. The upgrade program was initiated to enhance the performance, protection and firepower of existing T-72M tanks, incorporating Western technologies including a new fire control system, powerpack, and improved armor to meet NATO standards.

The latest addition to WWP’s green line portfolio is T-72M4 CZ in Detail (G071), which offers a visual exploration of the Czech Republic's upgraded main battle tank, capturing the details and enhancements distinguishing the T-72M4 CZ from its predecessors.

Review:

Authored by František Koran and Petr Novotny, the book follows the familiar WWP format, measuring 22 x 24 cm. As I flipped through its 96 pages, the high-quality paper immediately stands out, showcasing over 300 large photographs. These photos offer not only comprehensive view of the vehicle but also highlight intricate exterior and interior details with impressive clarity. Captions are brief and to the point, effectively identifying and explaining the unique features of T-72M4 CZ.

The book consists of 9 chapters, color-coded on page edges for easier navigation:

• Introduction (002-011)

• Hull exterior (012-025)

• Powerpack (026-031)

• Suspension (032-035)

• Turret exterior (036-057)

• Interior (058-069)

• Recovery Vehicle (070-087)

• Crane Details (088-091)

• VT Interior (092-096)

The book opens with a short Introduction, providing a brief overview of the history and development, explaining the modernization upgrades of the T-72M4 CZ. The next chapter deals with Hull exterior, displaying a vehicle walk around with detailed images of reactive armor, head lamps, side mudguards, boxes and fuel tanks. The chapter lists and briefly explains the unique features of the upgraded T-72M4. The NIMDA NPP 2000-1 Powerpack is shown next along with its compartment, radiators and coolers, as well as the gearbox. Chassis details are covered in Suspension chapter, showing the wheels, NATO style tracks and old RMSh track. Turret exterior displays the front reactive blocks, barrel details, smoke grenade launchers, gunner’s sights, meteo sensor, commander’s cupola, NSVT 12.7mm MG and various other details, again listing the unique features of the Czech vehicle. The Interior chapter deals with driver’s compartment and turret interior as well, showing gunner’s and commander’s compartment with details of the gun breech and loader. Next up is the short chapter on VT-72M4 CZ Recovery vehicle displaying the specific points of the vehicle, as well as 19-ton Crane details and VT Interior driver’s and commander’s compartment.

If you are reading this review, chances are you’re a scale modeler on the hunt for reference material to bring Trumpeter’s 1/35 scale plastic T-72M4 CZ kit to life. We all know the thrill of diving deep into reference photos, adding tiny custom details, and scratchbuilding those unique bits that make a model truly stand out. That’s where this book comes in — it’s an absolute goldmine of images, close-up shots and details that will help you push your build to the next level. Simply put, this reference book is a total game-changer for anyone interested in modeling T-72M4 CZ.

Highly recommended.