Leopard 2A4M CAN, 1/35 - Hobby Boss 83867

The Leopard 2A4M CAN model kit by Hobby Boss, reference 83867, reproduces at 1/35 a modernized main battle tank Leopard 2A4 for Canadian forces. This injected-plastic military vehicle kit allows you to build a Canadian version recognizable thanks to its distinctive equipment and specific protective features.

The Leopard 2A4M CAN

The Leopard 2 is a main battle tank of German origin. The designation 2A4M CAN refers to the Canadian modernization of the Leopard 2A4, developed to improve protection and adapt the vehicle to contemporary operations. This version was notably used by Canada in the context of operations in Afghanistan.

The subject offers an interesting base for a contemporary scene, a diorama dedicated to Canadian armoured vehicles, or a collection of modern armour at 1/35 scale.

The Hobby Boss 83867 model kit

Made from injected plastic, this Hobby Boss kit combines plastic parts, clear elements, photo-etched details, and metal wire. It includes over 390 parts and individual-link tracks, enabling you to reproduce the tank’s running gear with care.

Once built, the model measures approximately 261 mm long and 99 mm wide. At 1/35 scale, each dimension of the real vehicle is reduced by a factor of thirty-five—a format particularly appreciated for detailing armoured vehicles and creating dioramas.

Assembly and finishing

The individual-link tracks require careful preparation of the parts and methodical assembly to achieve a consistent alignment around the drive sprockets, idler wheels, and road wheels. The photo-etched parts are best separated with a fine blade or a suitable pair of tweezers, then handled with care.

For finishing, applying a plastic model primer helps ensure paint uniformity and makes it easier to spot any joints that need rework. The included decals allow you to complete the vehicle’s markings. A progressive weathering—using washes, dry brushing, or pigments—can then highlight the armour’s raised details and the operational look of a modern tank.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Hobby Boss
• Reference: 83867
• Type: military tank model kit to assemble
• Subject: Leopard 2A4M CAN
• Scale: 1/35
• Main material: injected plastic
• Number of parts: over 390
• Overall length (assembled): approx. 261 mm
• Overall width (assembled): approx. 99 mm
• Included elements: clear parts, photo-etch, metal wire, individual-link tracks, and decals

Complementary products

Assembly requires plastic model glue, cutting and sanding tools, as well as suitable paints. A pair of tweezers for small parts, a primer, finishing putty, and weathering products are useful additions for refining the build and achieving a great final presentation.