Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG6006
M18 Hellcat Diecast Model
US Army 805th Tank Destroyer Btn, Italy, 1944

1:72 Scale		Length		Width
M18 Hellcat		3.75"		1.75"

On December 15, 1941 the 105th Antitank Battalion was re-designated the 805th Tank Destroyer Battalion. After a brief stay in England they landed at Algiers on January 17, 1943 and were equipped with the M3 GMC TDs. One of the battles they were involved in was the Kasserine Pass where they suffered heavy losses. Before shipping out to Italy the 805th re-equipped to be towed 3-inch gun battalion landing at Bagnoli, Italy on October 28, 1943. On March 12, 1944 the unit shipped out to Anzio and was used mostly as artillery even when they re-equipped to the M18 between June and August 1944. The TDs were part of the vanguard that captured Bologna and the Brenner Pass.

M18 Hellcat

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Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series

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.