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| | Code: HM-HG4905 
Status: Sold out - Discontinued
We regret this item is no longer available for sale. Please see the product description for links to similar items we still have available. | Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG4905
M5 Stuart Diecast Model
USMC 4th Marine Tank Btn, "Hothead", Namur, Kwajalein Atoll, 1944 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| M5 Stuart | | 2.5" | | 1.25" |
The 4th Marine Tank Battalion was formed on May 12, 1943 at Camp Pendleton, California. With the exception of 2 officers, the entire battalion consisted of reservists and it was the first unit to capture Japanese held territory in the Pacific. The 4th MTB participated in battles on Kwajalein, Saipan and their last major operation Iwo Jima. On January 31, 1944 during the Battle of Kwajalein the 4th Marine Division captured the small islands code named Ivan, Jacob, Albert, Allen and Abraham before landing on Roi-Namur on February 1st. M5A1 “Hothead” of the 4th MTB Company Alpha helped the US forces capture the island by February 4, 1944. Of the 3,500 Japanese defenders only 51 survived. With its twin Cadillac V-8 engines, the M5 was designed to relieve the demand for the radial aero-engines used in its predecessor, the M3. Initially called M4, the tank was redesignated M5 in an effort to avoid confusion with the M4 Sherman. The M5's 37mm main gun provided inferior firepower but the 50 caliber machine gun became a favorite of gunners. This tank's armament was effective and its mobility was impressive at a top speed of 36 MPH. The British were the first to use this American tank, giving it the name Stuart after Civil War General J.E.B. Stuart. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles. Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" diecast vehicles feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks on detailed non-rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
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