Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG4910
M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage Diecast Model
US Army 2nd Armored Div, 67th Tank Btn, Northern Europe |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage | | 2.75" | | 1.25" |
M8 "USA 4051863-S" belonged to HQ, 67th Tank Battalion, 2nd Armored Division. The 2nd AD, known as "Hell On Wheels" typically used the M8 to support reconnaissance units, assault troops as well as combat teams. In Europe the 2nd AD fought in France, Belgium and Holland. They took part in the Battle of the Bulge, defeated the spearheads of the German 2nd and 9th Panzer Division and helped capture 300,000 prisons in the Ruhr pocket. In July 1945 the 2nd AD was the first U.S. division to enter Berlin.
Developed from the M5 Stuart light tank, the M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage entered production in September 1942. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles.
Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks on detailed non-rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
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