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1:35 M26 TANK RECOV.VEHIC
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Hook'em up, Tow'em out!
It was a clash that would
shape the future of Europe and the rest of the world for years to come.
The Allied Liberation of Europe began on the June 6th, 1944, on the
beaches of Normandy, and lasted until Germany's surrender on May 9th,
1945. The Sherman tanks of the U.S. Army began their steady advance into
the European mainland, wrenching Europe piece-by-piece from the
clutches of Germany. However, the massive tanks of the Wehrmacht such as
Tiger and Panther would prove overpowering against the agile, yet
considerably smaller Shermans. One of the major factors that allowed the
Allies' advance to continue despite this disparity in power was the
quick recovery and repair of battle damaged tanks. That is where the M26
Armored Tank Recovery Vehicles and their brave crews came in. The M26
first saw action on the Italian Front of 1943, and was later extensively
used in the inland advancement of the Allies following the Invasion at
Normandy. In all kinds of weather, in the middle of the night, or under a
barrage of enemy fire, the repair crews continually fulfilled their
duty to recover and repair damaged tanks.
About the Model
- Overall length: 225mm, overall width: 106mm.
- Weighty feel of full sized vehicle very apparent in 1/35 model.
- Slide molding techniques used to recreated the cabin as one
highly detailed piece. Window armor can be modeled in the open or closed
position. Tandem winch and crane overflow with realism. Vice, welding
equipment and other accessory parts recreated in outstanding detail. The
"A-arm" rear support can be assembled in one of five angles.
- Kit features abundant use of metal parts such as photo etched
parts, pipes, and chains. Chrome plated and transparent parts used for
various lights. Rubber tires with real tread pattern.
- Six types of decals are included, as are four figures (two
types) for the cabin and two standing figures.
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