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Leopard 2A5 – Functional 1:35 Scale Model

romka
Hobby & DIY>Vehicles
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Print Profile(4)

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A1 mini
Complete Print 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
Complete Print 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
Designer
26.2 h
6 plates
3.7(6)
tracks only; 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
tracks only; 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
Designer
2.6 h
1 plate
5.0(1)
Bugfixes, Tower front only,0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
Bugfixes, Tower front only,0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
Designer
2.4 h
1 plate
test track, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
test track, 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
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26 min
1 plate
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Description

UPDATE 09.01.26 - Missing parts of the chassis inserted.

Leopard 2A5 – Functional 1:35 Scale Model

This detailed model of the Leopard 2A5 was designed in 1:35 scale.
The goal was to create an aesthetic, functional, and durable replica suitable for both play and display — all without the need for any glue!

Design and Features

• Movable tracks – simplified design for high stability during printing and use


• Working road wheels and suspension – inspired by the original Leopard 2 torsion bar suspension system


• Rotating turret and elevating main gun
• Modular construction – all parts can be assembled without glue or tools

Stability and Detail

The model is sturdy and built for everyday use (thoroughly tested by my 2- and 4-year-old children!).
Some small details, such as antennas or fine exterior parts, were intentionally simplified or omitted to improve printability, durability, and handling.

The result is a well-balanced combination of functionality and realism — ideal for anyone who enjoys technical 3D printing projects.

Assembly

Patience is recommended during assembly. A detailed instruction manual is included, and it’s important to follow it closely for the best results. The supports of the rear turret section should be removed carefully and gently to avoid damaging the countermeasure launchers.
The suspension bearing should be rotated clockwise and counterclockwise using the printed hex key until it moves freely.

Print Settings

For optimal print quality, please follow the provided print profile.
Wheels and tracks should be printed without supports, as otherwise the mechanism won’t function properly.

All parts were tested on a Bambu Lab A1 using ESUN PLA+ filament.
The photos show a prototype version — minor imperfections were corrected in the final release after several quality refinements.

Personal Note

This is my first project of this level of complexity, and it took quite some effort to bring it to life.
The idea came from my son, who asked me to print a tank that not only looks real but can actually be played with.
This model is the result — and I’m happy to share it with you all.

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Documentation (1)

Assembly Guide (1)
Instruction.pdf

Comment & Rating (53)

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@dcarrington01
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Started printing it in PLA+. The treads don't bend past the circular print, and break apart at the linkage. Is that normal or do I need to adjust a parameter?
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@user_186145028
Could you take a picture of the printed parts? That might help me narrow down the problem.
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@dcarrington01
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Hopefully those aren't too out of focus.
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@user_186145028
The pictures are a bit blurry, yes. But I think they show that the gaps between the parts have melted together. This usually happens when the Z-offset is set too low, the flow rate is too high, or the printing temperature is too high. As a result, the filament spreads sideways and fuses the moving parts together. What layer height was used? If you have the print settings, I can try to narrow down the issue even further. Was the build plate inserted correctly? This actually happened to me once with the tracks as well.
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@m.seijkens
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printed this thought the app. missed a wheel (or may lost it) on the plate. and missed 2 of the canted axles to connect the idler wheels. my filament might be a bit wet, but had some difficulties breaking loose some bearings on the smaller wheels. had difficulties connecting the 6sides bearings of the suspension because it was very hard to align them en press them in at the same time as they could rotate. round dowels would have been easier. apart from those minor things. very nice model with good instructions.
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@user_186145028
Beautiful print. Thanks for the photos — finally a print that didn’t come from my own printer. I’m glad it worked out despite the difficulties. The assembly is indeed a bit tricky. I really like your idea with the round dowels and will give it a try. If it works well, I’ll upload an update. This could actually make the assembly easier. Also, thanks for pointing out the missing parts. I counted them and you’re right. I’ll prepare an update for that as well.
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@m.seijkens
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thanks for the reply, I will surely check out any updates you will post. just for my information what clearances did you choose for this print? im am currently printing out a standard clearance test with the remaining filament on the roll i used to see... the tracks where printed with a fresh roll. so I assume it is on my end.
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@user_186145028
Do you mean the clearance of the dowels? It is between 0.3 and 0.4 mm
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@Speezer
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Connections without tolerance. Sometimes not possible to connect the dowels. The division is also inconveniently placed, unfortunately you can see unsightly gaps. Printing the tower and tub whole would be better for the final model and the supports. otherwise a nicely detailed design. But it's unfortunately not possible to assemble. the parts simply do not fit Shame
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@user_186145028
The columns are due to design and functionality. I haven't seen another possibility. Feel free to make a suggestion. Printing the tower and chassis together would not work for the reason that springs could not be inserted then. Further suggestions are welcome
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@user_186145028
The tolerances are set tightly so that the connections can be made without glue. However, there is a certain amount of allowance. What nozzle size was used? Users have reported better print results after changing the nozzle.
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@Speezer
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0,4. other prints have never been a problem
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@Klerk
As dcarrington01 mentioned, the treads break apart. Is there another file for the treads where it works?
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@user_186145028
That is quite strange. I’d recommend printing this test 3MF file: https://we.tl/t-UP2bZGykmY If it works, I’ll gladly upload the complete tracks. In the next few days, I’ll also print the original file again on my side to check whether it might be faulty.
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@Klerk
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Could you upload it to makerworld as a test track, so i dont have to go to a third party website
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@user_186145028
Replying to @Klerk :
I’ve uploaded it—give it a try
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@user_2409591804
Turm Kanone 2.stl is not printable. After several attempts, it always failed with spaghetti
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@user_186145028
Is the brim generated in the slicer as in the picture which print plate was used was the print plate cleaned The speeds would also be an important point I have not changed the default values for 0.20mm Standard@BBL
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@user_2409591804
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Yes the brim is the same, as is the support structure. I tried again, the support structure holds, but the tolerances for the snap-fit tabs are not printable. I tried both the textured and cool plate
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@user_186145028
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Strange...what kind of filament do you use I have printed this part about 15 times to test the snap-in elements, but every print was successful I'm slowly getting the impression that my design only works when printed on my funky A1
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@chill3d
very tight tolerances for a model that should have assemblied and have spinning parts.
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@user_186145028
Thanks for the feedback! The assembly is indeed a bit tricky. I had to keep the tolerances quite tight to make the whole model stable without using any glue. Were you able to print and assemble it successfully?
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@chill3d
Replying to @user_186145028 :
Thanks for the comment. I had to use glue in some parts (like the gun barrel) and i have redesigned the suspension structure. If i like it and you gave permission to it i can upload it here as a remix or something like that.
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@Speezer
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Print Profile
Complete Print 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
Other Issues:Model beautifully designed. But all the parts do not fit into each other and the print plate with the tower is not printable because the adhesion does not work
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@user_186145028
Thanks for the feedback. which parts of the tower are coming loose? Maybe that will help narrow down the problem. Which plate was used? I used a standard textured PEI plate. Have you also tried the usual things: cleaning the plate, increasing the brim?
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@Speezer
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standard PEI. It lies on the brim and the supports. the cannon must be supported and positioned differently. so it would be better to produce the cannon in one part and the print profile must be re-uploaded for the plate. as with other people, the large part of the cannon did not hold in the profile for me either. If I slice it myself, it works
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@user_186145028
ok, thanks for the tip then I will upload the profile again
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@Maelidas
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The formers or dowels are extremely difficult to connect. But the model is great once it's assembled
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@user_186145028
Thanks for the feedback The tolerances are indeed set tightly I also feel it depends heavily on the printer and nozzle I would be happy to see a picture of the print
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@dcarrington01
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Nice design and great support form the designer!
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@user_186145028
Thank you very much for the feedback. I hope the difficulties could be resolved? I would be happy to see a photo of the result
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@dcarrington01
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Nice! Kids are going to have battles this weekend.....
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@user_186145028
Thanks for the feedback. I’d be very interested to see what the result looks like
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