Meng Magach 6B Gal Batash Israel Main Battle Tank: A Legendary Reproduction

The Legend aftermarket parts were seamlessly mated with the old ESCI/ERTL Blazer M60A1, resulting in a truly impressive AFV that left me in awe. As someone who has been waiting for this specific version of the Magach 6B Gal to be reproduced in plastic for years, I was thrilled to finally see it take shape.

The Magach 6B Gal Batash is part of a long line of upgrades that began with the addition of new belly armor and Merkava tracks. The build-up continued with new fire controls, a thermal sleeve for the gun, and smoke grenades, ultimately resulting in the creation of the Magach 6b (Bet), the 6b Gal Batash, and equivalent Magach 7c Gimel models.

Prior to the 1982 invasion of Lebanon, Magach 6 and 7 tanks were fitted with explosive reactive armor (ERA). These 're-wired' M48 and M60 tanks proved to be more than capable of filling the gap between earlier, British and WWII armor and the current Merkava armor types – the final conversion taking place in 2006.

The term 'Magach,' which is Hebrew for 'battering ram,' has multiple origins according to Wikipedia, so it's up to each reader to decide where this moniker actually originated. Nevertheless, AFV Club has now released another version of Israel's rework of the venerable American M60 Main Battle Tank – the Magach 6B Gal Batash.

With its impressive blend of upgrades and historical significance, the Meng Magach 6B Gal Batash is sure to be a hit among AFV enthusiasts. This highly detailed model promises to deliver an unparalleled level of realism, making it an absolute must-have for anyone looking to add this iconic tank to their collection.