AFV Club 35S64 3in Gun M5 On Carriage M1 (1/35) – plastic model of an anti-tank gun

AFV Club 35S64 3in Gun M5 On Carriage M1 is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the American 76.2 mm M5 anti-tank gun mounted on the M1 carriage, in an accurate 1/35 scale. This model kit has been created with demanding historical modelers in mind – both intermediate and expert enthusiasts who value authenticity and high attention to detail.

Historical information about the 3in Gun M5 On Carriage M1

The 3in Gun M5 On Carriage M1 was developed in the United States during World War II as a response to the increasing threat posed by better-armored German tanks. It was mainly used by the American Army from 1943 to 1945 during operations in France, Germany, and Italy, among others. The gun was characterized by its strong armor penetration and versatile application – it was, for example, mounted on M10 Wolverine tank destroyers. Despite its limited mobility, the towed M5 guns played a significant role in defensive operations and in providing fire support for infantry during the final phase of the war.

Kit contents and materials

• Plastic model kit (high-quality injection molding, dedicated to military modelers).
• A wealth of intricately detailed parts – including imitations of recoil mechanisms and detailed M1 carriage elements.
• Optional positioning – choose between combat or transport configuration.
• The set includes clear parts and photo-etched metal details for a realistic final effect.
• Color assembly manual and painting diagrams with operational vehicle markings included.

Technical details and product recommendation

AFV Club 35S64 is aimed at enthusiasts of World War II military history and collectors of highly detailed scale replicas. The assembly difficulty is rated at 3 out of 5 – the kit requires precision, particularly when working with photo-etched parts, but the clear instructions make it manageable even for intermediate modelers. We recommend this product especially to those passionate about Allied hardware from World War II and to anyone seeking a historically accurate artillery model. It is an excellent choice for Western Front dioramas and for anti-tank artillery collectors!