{"product_id":"tamiya-1-35-m24-chaffee-european-theater-plastic-model-kit-new-tooling","title":"Tamiya 1:35 M24 Chaffee European Theater Plastic Model Kit (New Tooling)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"673\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBuild the ultimate World War II American light tank with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eTamiya 1:35 M24 Chaffee European Theater Plastic Model Kit (New Tooling)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Developed as the successor to the M3 and M5 Stuart, the M24 Chaffee entered combat in late 1944 and quickly earned a reputation for its excellent mobility, improved protection, and powerful 75mm M6 gun. It saw action during the Ardennes Offensive, in Germany, and throughout the Italian Campaign before continuing service in conflicts around the world after World War II. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"703\"\u003ecompletely new-tool\u003c\/strong\u003e kit is based on extensive research of the full-size vehicle and accurately captures the Chaffee's compact profile and distinctive features. Tamiya includes finely reproduced cast armor textures, realistic weld seams, slide-molded gun barrel and fenders, optional hull-side sand shields, clear parts for the vision blocks and lights, and a partial turret interior featuring the gun breech and radio equipment. A photo-etched rear stowage rack, assembly-style tracks with one-piece straight sections, and two torso crew figures further enhance the model's realism. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eThree marking options are included, allowing you to build vehicles that served with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e1st Armored Division in Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e or U.S. Army units in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eGermany during 1945\u003c\/strong\u003e. With Tamiya's renowned engineering and fit, this kit is an excellent choice for both experienced builders and those looking to build their first modern armor kit. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i3e47k\" data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eCompletely new tooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t9gp84\" data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e1:35 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mb8u2l\" data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eAccurately depicts the WWII M24 Chaffee in the European Theater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mr4qa1\" data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003eSlide-molded gun barrel and fenders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19dexdj\" data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003eRealistic cast armor texture and weld seams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"okric\" data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003ePartial turret interior with gun breech and radio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uifxjq\" data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003eClear parts for lights and vision blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5zp0mp\" data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003ePhoto-etched rear stowage rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"imqam5\" data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003eAssembly-style tracks with one-piece straight sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ysolyx\" data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eOptional hull-side sand shields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2cjwx0\" data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003eIncludes two torso crew figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w0k3pe\" data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003eThree U.S. Army marking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xbihtb\" data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003eCement, paint, and tools required (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e____________________________________________________________________________________\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRecommended Supplies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eComplete your build with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/battlebornhobby.com\/collections\/tamiya-paint\" title=\"Shop Tamiya Acrylic Paints\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTamiya Acrylic Paints\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/battlebornhobby.com\/collections\/vallejo\" title=\"Shop Vallejo Model Air Paints\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVallejo Model Air Paints\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/battlebornhobby.com\/collections\/squadron-colors\" title=\"Shop Squadron Colors Acrylic Paints\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSquadron Colors Acrylic Paints\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to achieve an authentic finish. 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