Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG3703
M46 Patton Diecast Model
US Army, Chorwon, Korea, 1953

1:72 Scale		Length		Width
M46 Patton		3.5"		2"

The M46 Patton tank was named in honor of the famousUS General George S. Patton Jr. It basically was an improved M26 Pershing and was meant to replace the M26 and M4 Sherman. 800 of the M26s became M46s when they received a new and more powerful engine and transmission with rearward-facing mufflers on each fenders and a main gun with a bore evacuator. A further 360 were converted to M46 standards plus they received improved braking, cooling and fire suppression systems, improved electrical equipment and a new designation, M46A1.

On July 27, 1953 the Korean War finally came to an end when the UN and North Korean leaders signed an agreement. This only brought a technical end to the war with hostilities and ill-will between the two sides still existing today. An area referred to as "The Iron Triangle" consisted of Pyonggang as the northern point, Kumhwa was the southeast tip and Chorwon was the southwest tip. This area was the meeting place of rail lines and roads so it became a very much sought after zone. Two of the most notable battles that took place in the Chorwon section of the "Iron Triangle" were the "Battle of White Horse Hill" and the "Battle of Old Baldy". When the war had ended the village of Chorwon was completely destroyed as both sides tried to claim the area. After the Korean War Chorwon ended up belonging to South Korea. The village has since been rebuilt into what is now a city with a population of 100,000 plus citizens. Portions of the devastation have been left untouched to act as a reminder of what took place during the Korean War.

M46 Patton

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Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series

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.