The M3 / M5 Stuart is an American light tank from the Second World War. The history of the M3 began in 1940, when the US Army saw the need to replace the old M2 with a more modern design. After several months of testing, the American Car and Foundry company released the first serial copy of the new tank, designated M3, in March 1941. The production of this successful tank lasted until 1945 and ended with the production of over 22,000 units! The M3 was powered by a Continental W-970-9A 7-cylinder engine with a capacity of 250 HP or a 9-cylinder Guilberson T-1020-4 diesel engine with a capacity of 210 HP. On the other hand, the M5 tank was powered by two coupled Cadillac V-8 engines with a capacity of 220 HP each. In total, several versions of the M3 tank were created. The first production series was marked M3, the next was M3A1, which min. was stripped of the watchtower and no longer had side machine guns.

This is a highly detailed model kit by MiniArt. It contains parts to build one M3 Stuart light tank, initial production. Includes clear parts, photoetch details and a decal sheet with markings for four variants. All hatches can be assembled open and closed, metal surfaces and weld lines are accurately represented.

• This model kit might require assembly and painting.
• Cement, tools and paints are not included.
• Includes assembly instructions.
• Contains small parts, recommended for ages 14 & up.