{"product_id":"u-s-light-tank-m5a1-stuart-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"U.S Light Tank M5A1 Stuart 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of the United States Army's most reliable light tanks of the Second World War with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya U.S. Light Tank M5A1 Stuart 1:48 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the M5A1 Stuart, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic surface detailing and authentic U.S. Army markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for WWII armour enthusiasts, military vehicle collectors and diorama builders alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle: U.S. Light Tank M5A1 Stuart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed hull, turret and suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic U.S. Army decal options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM5A1 Stuart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was the final and most widely produced version of the successful Stuart series of American light tanks used during the Second World War. Introduced in 1943, it was developed from the earlier M3 and M5 models, incorporating improvements in reliability, crew layout and combat effectiveness while retaining the excellent mobility that had made the Stuart popular with Allied forces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered by twin Cadillac V8 petrol engines coupled to an automatic transmission, the M5A1 was noted for its smooth handling and mechanical reliability. Armed with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e37mm M6 gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and supported by multiple .30 calibre machine guns, it was well suited to reconnaissance, infantry support and security missions, although its relatively light armament limited its effectiveness against heavier enemy tanks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe M5A1 served extensively with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnited States Army\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, as well as British, Free French, Chinese and other Allied forces. It saw action in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItaly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth-West Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e following the D-Day landings, and throughout the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePacific Theatre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where its mobility proved especially valuable in jungle terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough increasingly outclassed in tank-versus-tank combat as the war progressed, the Stuart excelled in reconnaissance duties thanks to its speed, agility and dependability. It also performed convoy escort, command, artillery observation and infantry support roles, making it one of the most versatile Allied armoured vehicles of the conflict.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing the Second World War, surplus M5A1 Stuarts remained in service with numerous countries for many years. Today, the Stuart is remembered as one of the most reliable light tanks of the war and an important contributor to Allied armoured operations across multiple theatres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60214918054222,"sku":"32606","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/32606_01.jpg?v=1784986869","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/u-s-light-tank-m5a1-stuart-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}