The M5A1 Stuart was an improved version of the successful M3 light tank, officially accepted for US service in 1942. Powered by twin Cadillac V8 engines, it was fast and reliable, serving mainly in reconnaissance units on the Italian and Western European fronts. During the tough fighting in the Normandy countryside, many Stuarts were fitted with prominent hedgerow cutters on their hulls to break through the dense bocage terrain.

This 1/35 scale Tamiya kit allows you to create a complete "Pursuit Operation" diorama straight from the box. It depicts an M5A1 tank equipped with the distinctive hedgerow cutters used in the Normandy campaign. To bring the scene to life, the kit includes four figures: a tank machine gunner providing cover fire, and three infantry soldiers operating a mortar, providing instant action and context for your model.

• Depicts a tank with distinctive hedgerow cutters

• Includes four figures: a machine gunner and 3 infantry

• Infantry figures are in poses firing a mortar

• Detailed turret with additional anti-aircraft armour

• High-quality tooling for a precise fit and finish

• Paint Options:

  • Includes decals for two different marking options

• The perfect all-in-one diorama set

• Genuine Tamiya Product

• 1x M5A1 Light Tank Plastic Model Kit

• 4x Figures

• 1x Decal Sheet

• 1x Instruction Manual

• ABS Plastic Safe Paint

• Modelling Glue

• 1x Tweezers

• 1x Scissors

• 1x Modelling Knives

• 1x Modelling Files