U.S. LIGHT TANK M5A1 Military Model Kit by TAMIYA

Description

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 4 pieces.)