Tamiya 1/35 Military - 1/35 M51 - 35323

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In the 1960s, the Israeli Ordnance Corps modernized their M4A1 Sherman tanks by fitting them with the formidable French 105mm CN-105-F1 gun, creating the M51 variant. To manage the increased recoil, a muzzle brake and a turret rear counterweight were added. Powered by a 460hp diesel engine, and equipped with Horizontal Volute Spring Suspension (HVSS) and wider T80 tracks, the M51 achieved enhanced mobility. During the 1967 Six-Day War, these tanks engaged advanced T-54/55 and JS-3 models from Egyptian, Iraqi, and Syrian forces, relying on HEAT rounds for combat effectiveness. The M51 remained in service until the early 1980s. This 1/35 scale plastic model kit faithfully captures the tank's distinctive profile, detailed cast turret, authentic HVSS suspension, and T80 tracks. It includes commander and loader figures, plus three marking options. Show more