1/35 Airfix M36B1 GMC Tank Destroyer (US Army) Plastic Model Kit

1/35 Airfix M36B1 GMC Tank Destroyer (US Army) Plastic Model Kit

Build an authentic replica of the M36B1 GMC Tank Destroyer, the powerful American tank hunter that served with distinction during the final years of World War II and the Korean War, with this precision 1/35 scale model kit from Airfix. This detailed kit captures the distinctive open-topped turret and formidable 90mm gun of this feared anti-tank vehicle.

Product Features:

• Scale: 1/35
• Skill level: Intermediate to Advanced
• M36B1 variant: Late production with M4A3 hull
• 90mm M3 gun: Powerful main armament capable of defeating German heavy tanks
• Open-topped turret: Distinctive sloped armor design
• M4A3 Sherman hull: Reliable chassis with improved engine
• Detailed running gear: Authentic suspension and track system
• Detailed interior: Fighting compartment with crew positions
• Hatches and access panels: Optional open or closed positions
• Multiple marking options: US Army schemes from WWII and Korean War included
• Manufacturer: Airfix
• SKU: AIRA1356

Historical Background:

The M36 Tank Destroyer, also known as the M36 GMC (Gun Motor Carriage), was developed in response to the need for a more powerful anti-tank weapon to counter German heavy tanks like the Tiger and Panther. Armed with the excellent 90mm M3 gun, the M36 was the most powerful American tank destroyer of World War II, capable of penetrating the armor of any German tank at normal combat ranges. The M36B1 variant featured the hull of the M4A3 Sherman tank, providing improved reliability and performance. The open-topped turret, while providing excellent visibility and ventilation for the crew, left them vulnerable to artillery and small arms fire. Despite this drawback, the M36 proved highly effective in combat, serving not only in the final campaigns of WWII in Europe but also extensively during the Korean War. Its combination of mobility, firepower, and the proven Sherman chassis made it one of the most successful tank destroyers of the era.

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