T32604 TAMIYA HOWITZER MOTORCARRIAGE M8 1:48

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Tamiya 1/48 U.S. Howitzer Carriage M8 Tank Model Kit

This is the Tamiya 1/48 U.S. Howitzer Carriage M8 Tank Model Kit. The Howitzer Motor Carriage M8 was a self propelled howitzer vehicle of the United States during World War II. It was developed on the M5 Stuart tank chassis and was equipped with an M116 howitzer in an M7 mount. The M8 was assigned to the Assault Gun Troops of Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadrons in order to give them close support against enemy fortified positions, in which, The M8 was deployed in Italy, Western Europe, and the Pacific to support U.S. infantry until the end of the war. Tamiya has proudly and faithfully recreated this tank down to 1/48th scale with extreme scale realism.

Note: Photo of completed model is for illustrative purposes only. This is a model kit that requires assembly. Hobby tools, adhesive and paint will be needed to complete the model.


Features:

  • 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit
  • realistic renderings of interior details (such as main gun breech) of the turret, plus the howitzer covered by a distinctive sleeve.
  • Assembly type tracks feature one-piece straight sections.
  • Includes two marking options to depict the 106th Cavalry Reconnaissance Group, Germany or the 758th Tank Battalion, Italy.
  • Metal chassis weights give the model a realistic heavy feel.

Includes:

  • (1) Tamiya 1/48 U.S. Howitzer Carriage M8 Tank Model Kit
  • (1) Full body commander figure

Needed to Complete:

  • Cement, Paint and Finishing Supplies

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