Mirage Hobby 72676 M3A3 Liberation of Paris (1/72) – American Tank Plastic Model Kit

Mirage Hobby 72676 M3A3 Liberation of Paris (1/72) is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the M3A3 Stuart tank as used during the Liberation of Paris in August 1944. The 1:72 scale ensures precise detail reproduction while maintaining the model’s compact dimensions, making it an excellent choice for both collectors and historical diorama enthusiasts.

Historical Background

The M3A3 Stuart was an American-produced light tank widely used by the Allies during World War II. The M3A3 model was an upgraded version featuring an improved turret with a revised shape and additional armor. Among the Allied forces operating this tank were, among others, American, British, French, and Polish units.

The Mirage Hobby 72676 kit focuses on the version of the tank used by Free French units. These tanks played an important role in the liberation campaigns in Western Europe – including the famous liberation of Paris in August 1944, where they were part of General Leclerc’s 2nd Armored Division equipment.

Features of the Mirage Hobby 72676 Model

• Scale: 1:72
• User nations: USA, France (Free French Army), United Kingdom (other variants)
• Service period: World War II (1939–1945), especially 1943–1945
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Assembly kit; glue and paints not included
• Decals for markings from the 1944 Liberation of Paris period
• Detailed rendering of the turret, hull, and running gear characteristic for the M3A3 version

Product Category

Plastic model kit (paper and plastic modeler, category: military vehicles, World War II tanks).

Review and Recommendation

Mirage Hobby 72676 M3A3 Liberation of Paris (1/72) is a product I particularly recommend to intermediate and advanced modelers. The kit features a high level of detail and historical accuracy. I rate the build complexity at 3/5 – it requires basic modeling skills and precision when assembling small parts and applying decals.

An excellent choice for anyone interested in World War II, land battle reconstructions, and collecting armored vehicles in 1:72 scale.