Description: Rubicon Models - US M8 (HMC) Scott / M5A1 V1 StuartProduct number 280024Great for Bolt Action, Rules of Engagement and other WW2 Games Product Highlights:- Choice to build either a mid-production M8 HMC or M5A1 (Stuart VI)- Possible to be upgraded to a late war variant with our 280023 kit- Open hatches, spare road wheel & hedgerow cutter- Decals include both US & Allies insignia & markings- 52 pieces / 2 sprues The M5A1 light tank was essentially an M5 with the larger turret first introduced on the M3A3. Production began in early 1943, and a total of 6,810 M5A1s were produced. By June 1944, the US Army had almost most entirely switched to the M5A1. It was also used by the US Marines. In Northwest Europe, the M5A1 was primarily used for scouting and security duties, although it still had a role as a gun tank in the Pacific. It was also used by Britain, Canada, Poland and France, as well as the Yugoslav partisans and (after WW2) China. In British, Canadian and Polish service, the M5A1 was known as the Stuart VI, and from 1943 onwards the turret was frequently removed, resulting in the Stuart Recce. The M8 75mm Howitzer Motor Carriage (HMC) was based on the M5 chassis. It was intended to provide indirect fire support for armoured reconnaissance units. A total of 1,778 M8s were produced from Sept 42 to Jan 44. The M8 was used by the US Army and Free French in Italy and Northwest Europe, and by the US Army in the Pacific. Eventually replaced by the M4 (105mm) and M7 Priest, it saw service after WW2 with the French Expeditionary Force in Vietnam & Algeria. This model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue and paints not included. Assembly required. Recommended for ages 14 and older. SHIPPINGFREE Shipping to US buyers only RETURNSReturns accepted if merchandise is faulty in any way. Please notify by email within 7 business days for return instructions.Buyer will pay for return shipping and refund will be given after inspection of item.
Price: 29.99 USD
Location: Carnegie, Pennsylvania
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Rubicon Models
MPN: 280024
Recommended Age Range: 14+
Country/Region of Manufacture: China
Character Family: Allies
