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In order to compete against powerful German tanks such as Tiger and Panther, the M18 Hercat was developed by the U.S. Army.
It was equipped with a high-powered 76-mm tank gun on an open-top turret that emphasized competitive power.
In order to secure space in the turret, the main gun loading section was laid out with the gun barrel rotated 45 degrees.
In addition, the compact body was made lighter, and automatic transmission and torsion bar suspension were introduced, which was the first of its kind in the World War II.
The star-shaped 9-cylinder gasoline engine mounted on the rear of the body achieved a maximum speed of over 80km/h, and was the fastest among the track-type vehicles in the World War II.
The production of the Hercat started in July 1943 and the first battle in the Italian Front in 1944.
It was deployed to the Northwestern Europe and Pacific Front, where the high-speed performance and firepower were utilized in in a hit-and-away strategy.
It contributed to the victory of the U.S. Army as a spearhead of the anti-tank battle.
Overall length 192 mm and overall width 80 mm.
Based on real-vehicle interviews, this is a 1/35 scale, plastic model assembly kit for the M18 Hercat.
Overall length of the main gun loading section, shell rack, radio equipment, turning gear, etc. The inside of the turret is also made to have a sense of density.
Main gun loading section, shell rack, radio equipment, turning gear, etc. The texture of the canvas cover attached to the shield is also made to be realistic.
The headlight lens is a clear part.
The complicated part around the legs is made to be integrated for ease of assembly.
The single-pin type crawler is a combination type with straight parts.
Size when completed : about 192 mm in overall length and about 80 mm in overall width.
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When completed, size : about mm in overall length and about 80 mm in overall width.