Item No:352961/35 Military Miniature Series No.296
1/35 ITALIAN MEDIUM TANK CARRO ARMATO M13/40
Length: 143 mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.
Italy's Main WWII Tank
During WWII, the Italian army used the M13/40 as its main tank. It featured a riveted construction and bogey-style wheels on a leaf spring suspension with a 47mm main gun featuring on Italy's first ever hydraulically operated turret. In addition, the M13/40 was powered by a 125hp V8 liquid-cooled diesel engine which produced a top speed of 30km/h. From July 1940 through to 1943, approximately 800 units were produced. They fought mainly alongside the German African Corps at the North African front.
About the Model
This is a 1/35 scale plastic assembly kit model.
ā Length: 143mm. The unique riveted form of this tank is faithfully reproduced.
ā Easy to connect assembly type tracks included. The suspension features a highly realistic finish.
ā Metal parts for the gun barrel and photo-etched parts for the anti-aircraft gun sight etc are included.
ā Other highlights of this model are its range of tools and radiator cap.
ā A standing figure, a sitting tank crewman figure, 3 kinds of decals for the North African front, and a set of badges of rank are included.
ā Equipment
Raising the atmosphere of the model are items such as the Italian jerry cans, jack and track attachment tools.
ā Figures
The tank crewman wearing the black padded helmet adds greater realism.
ā Metal Parts
Metal parts for the gun barrel included. Detailed PE parts give the M13/40's classical form a sharper edge.