The M18 Hellcat was the fastest tracked armored fighting vehicle of World War II, built around a powerful 76mm gun and a lightweight hull that let it outrun and outmaneuver nearly anything the Germans could field. Entering service on the Italian Front in 1944, the Hellcat racked up an impressive kill ratio and remained in service through the Korean War. Tamiya's 1/35 kit brings this legendary tank destroyer to life with exceptional interior and exterior detail.
Kit Highlights
- 1/35 scale injection-molded plastic model kit — finished length 192mm, width 80mm
- Accurately depicts the M18 Hellcat based on extensive research of the actual vehicle
- Detailed turret interior including main gun breech, shell rack, transceiver, and traversing gears
- Inspection hatch on left front hull and curved front armor faithfully reproduced
- Gun shield canvas cover with realistic surface texture
- Complex torsion bar suspension captured with ergonomic parts breakdown
- Assembly-type single-pin tracks with one-piece straight sections
- Clear parts for headlight lenses
- One standing tank crew figure included
- Two marking options for Italian Front vehicles
What You'll Need
- Plastic model cement
- Hobby knife and cutting mat
- Sandpaper or sanding sticks
- Acrylic or enamel paints (Olive Drab, black, rust tones)
- Brushes or airbrush
Paint and adhesive not included. Browse our paints and tools section to complete your build.
