TAM35350 1:35 Tamiya M10 Wolverine Mid Production US Tank Destroyer

This is a model of the famed M10 Tank Destroyer, a subject also coveredin the 1/48 scale Military Miniature series. This largely newly-tooledmodel (only machine gun and clear parts are taken over from existingmodels) gives it the glorious detail of the larger 1/35 scale. Theastonishing success of German armor tactics in 1940 prompted U.S. forcesto adopt a doctrine requiring dedicated new tank destroyers to counterthem. After going down a few different design routes at the start of theprocess, they eventually hit upon the highly successful M10 design withwell-sloped (if rather thin, to keep the vehicle light andmaneuverable) armor plate, and the highly capable 3-inch (76.2mm) gun.Over 4,900 were produced, and took part in Operation Torch (the invasionof N. Africa), as well as fighting in Italy and the advance uponGermany that would bring the exhausting conflict to a close.

Specifications

• 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 196mm, width: 88mm.
• Intensive study and measurement of the M10 in the tank museum atSaumur led to this highly detailed depiction of its form complete withsloped armor, right down to auxiliary armor bosses.
• The open top on the distinctive turret allows viewing of the 3-inch gun breech and realistic interior.
• Compare and contrast depictions of surface textures such as thecast mantlet and differential cover versus the welded armor plate of theturret sides and upper hull.
• Belt-type parts recreate T51 tracks.
• Driver’s hatch can be attached in open or closed position, and features periscope depiction.
• Comes with 3 figures (commander, loader, gunner) in realistic pose,plus 2 marking options for recreating M10s belonging to the 601st and634th U.S. Tank Destroyer Battalions