Tamiya 1/35 Scale Limited Edition American Light Armored Car M8 Greyhound 25196

Tamiya 1/35 Scale Limited Edition American Light Armored Car M8 Greyhound 25196 [From Japan]. A plastic model that requires assembly painting. 1/35 scale unpainted plastic assembly kit Size when completed: Overall length 143 mm During World War II, the M8 Greyhound, which was the forerunner of the American armored unit, appeared in a special specification Reproduce the unique style with a rounded open top turret on the flat body with a high sense of reality Product introduction [The struggle of the reconnaissance unit is transmitted by a model] The M8 Greyhound is a light armored vehicle of the US Army that showed great work in reconnaissance missions by taking advantage of its rapid speed during World War II.

Equipped with an open-top turret on a flat body and a 37mm gun M6 capable of firing various types of shells as the main gun. Some vehicles had additional ring mounts for machine guns at the top of the turret.

And the gasoline engine mounted on the rear of the car body exerts an output of 110 horsepower. Combined with the 6-wheel drive suspension, the maximum speed was 88.5km / h. Approximately 8,500 vehicles were produced from March 1943 to April 1945, and the M8 struggled mainly on the European front as the forerunner of armored units. It was also supplied to Allied countries such as the Free French Forces and the Commonwealth of Nations, and many countries continued to operate after the war.

This M8 Greyhound, which became the eyes of the US Army and ran through the battlefield, is modeled with abundant accessory parts. It is a special specification kit that expands the image of creating a scene. [Model outline] 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit of M8 Greyhound, a light armored car of the US Army. Overall length 143 mm, overall width 74 mm.

In the car, the seat, radio and fire extinguisher are also made into parts, giving it a dense finish. The M1919 machine gun mounted on the turret is also reproduced with precise details. The back of the chassis, such as the drive shaft and suspension, is also modeled with a rich three-dimensional effect.

Installation of large left and right fenders is optional. Accessory parts such as drums and ammunition boxes are available to expand the image of scene production. The ration carton is made of high quality paper and effectively produces the M8. A set of a commander's doll that guards the surroundings and a soldier's doll that carries an ammunition box.

4 types of decals included. [Characteristics] -A model with a light style equipped with 6-wheel tires and an open-top turret on a flat body. With binoculars in hand and a commander doll that is on alert, the sense of presence is perfect. With abundant accessory parts, it is possible to reproduce the state full of luggage that is often seen in battlefield photos. Also note the precise details of the M1919 machine gun mounted on the turret. Soldier dolls carrying ammunition boxes, drums, ration cartons, etc.

The carton for ration called [10 in 1] developed by the US military is a paper craft with a realistic texture. Eight sets can be manufactured, and it can be assembled so that the contents can be seen by removing the sleeve. Please do not hesitate to send me a message if you have any other questions.

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