Description
Overview
The Tamiya 1/35 US M10 Tank Destroyer Mid Production brings to life America's first major tank destroyer of WWII. Developed to counter German armor tactics, the M10 utilized the successful M4A2 Sherman chassis with a diesel powerplant and mounted the powerful 76.2mm (3-inch) gun in an open-top rotating turret. Around 5,000 M10s were manufactured between September 1942 and December 1943.
This largely newly-tooled model features exceptional accuracy based on in-depth examination of a real M10. The kit showcases extensive sloped armor, detailed interior components, and realistic track assemblies. The mid-production variant includes the horizontal support roller brace typical of this manufacturing period.
Key Features
- 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit
- Length: 196mm, Width: 88mm when complete
- Marvelous interior detail: gun breech, sight, shell racks
- Cast metal surface textures on mantlet and transmission covers
- Driver's hatch can be assembled open or closed
- Accurate belt-type T51 rubber block tracks
- Three figures in authentic turret poses
- Two European theater marking options
Performance Benefits
- Exceptional detail from new tooling
- Open turret allows interior viewing
- Included figures enhance display
- Tamiya precision throughout
- Excellent for European theater dioramas
Usage Notes
- Cement and paint required (not included)
- Recommended paints: TS-5 Olive Drab or XF-62
- Reference photos enhance authenticity
- Intermediate skill level recommended
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/35
- Length: 196mm
- Width: 88mm
- Subject: M10 Tank Destroyer (Mid Production)
- Material: Plastic
- Tamiya Item Number: 35350
What's Included
- (1) M10 Tank Destroyer Kit
- (3) Crew Figures (Commander, Gunner, Loader)
- Decal sheet (2 marking options)
- Full-color instruction manual
Needed to Complete
- Plastic cement
- Hobby knife and sprue cutters
- Tamiya TS-5 Olive Drab spray or XF-62 brush paint
- Figure paints
- Panel Line Accent Color (optional)
- Weathering Master sets (optional)
Summary
The Tamiya 1/35 US M10 Tank Destroyer Mid Production is an outstanding kit that captures America's first dedicated tank destroyer. With exceptional detail, three included figures, and superb interior components, this kit offers serious modelers an engaging and rewarding build.