Unimax Forces of Valor 81204
M5 Stuart Diecast Model
US Army, "Carol", Normandy, France, D-Day, June 6th 1944, w/2 Figures |
| 1:32 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| M5 Stuart | | 5.75" | | 2.75" |
A light tank designed for American and Allied forces, serving in multiple theaters of WW2. Nicknamed the "Honey" for its quickness and dependability, it was nonetheless underarmored and undergunned. Tanks like the Staurt eventually took a secondary role to medium tank battalions, serving as recon and screening units.
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.
Forces of Valor's 1:32 scale Stuart series features opening crew hatches and subtle weather effects that highlight the large welding beads. The 360 degree rotating turret includes an elevating diecast metal main gun and a moveable machine gun mounted on the top. Each release has rolling rubber tracks and wheels and separately applied shovels and track repair gear. Two crew figures and a variety of battlefield diorama accessories are also included with each release, providing collectors with a variety of display options.
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The Unimax "Forces of Valor" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles.
Unimax "Forces of Valor" diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Moving tracks on detailed rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
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