1/35 Scale Military
35313
US Light Tank M5A1
"Pursuit Operation"w/4 Figures
The
M5A1 light tank which was developed from the M3 Stuart light tank was
put into production from January 1943. It was powered by twin
four-stroke V8 300hp Cadillac gasoline engines which enabled a top speed
of 58km/h. It came armed with a 37mm main gun and two 7.92mm machine
guns and featured additional armor plating on the turret's right side to
protect the anti-aircraft machine gun. Approximately 6,800 units were
produced and were mainly used in reconnaissance roles at the Italian and
North West European Fronts.
Specs & Features:
- Re-release of item 35097 1/35 scale U.S. Light Tank M5A1.
- Features of the tank including the turret and the hull's welded and bolted parts are accurately reproduced for a sharp finish.
- Hedgerow cutters which were attached to the tank's front seen at the Normandy invasion are included.
- Kit includes one figure using the anti-aircraft gun and a three-man mortar team. (Total 4pcs.