Academy 13269 U.S. M3A1 Stuart Light Tank 1/35

Presenting an exceptional plastic model kit – Academy 13269 U.S. M3A1 Stuart Light Tank in 1/35 scale. This precisely reproduced modeling set is a faithful miniature of one of the most important American light tanks of World War II, dedicated to both experienced modelers and enthusiasts of U.S. armored vehicles.

Historical Information

The M3A1 Stuart was an improved version of the legendary M3 light tank, introduced into service with the U.S. Army in the early 1940s. The modernized M3A1 version was primarily characterized by the addition of a welded turret and newer aiming technology. Stuart tanks participated in all major U.S. military engagements during World War II, including the North African, Italian, Western Front, and Pacific campaigns. They were also operated by the Allies, such as the British and Soviet armed forces.

• Scale: 1/35
• Countries of use: United States, United Kingdom, USSR
• Period: World War II (production years: 1941–1943, used until the end of the war)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Manufacturer: Academy
• Category: plastic model kit
• Box contents: precisely molded sprues with parts, decals with historical markings, clear assembly instructions
• No photo-etched parts or metal/resin accessories included

Academy 13269 Kit Advantages

The model features excellent fit of parts and finely rendered details of armor surface and equipment. It is recommended for intermediate modelers (difficulty level 3/5) seeking historical accuracy and high quality of the final visual result. Thanks to clear instructions, assembly is intuitive, and the decals allow for accurate representation of historical US Army paint schemes from World War II.

Who is it recommended for?

Academy 13269 U.S. M3A1 Stuart Light Tank 1/35 is an excellent choice for military history enthusiasts and modelers recreating World War II dioramas. The possibility to choose different marking versions makes this model a perfect addition to any collection of armored vehicles from this era.