AFVs of WWII M24 Chaffee Light Tank "Rita Hayworth" "U.S.A. 2nd Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron Germany 1945" 1/43 Diecast Model by
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Brand new 1/43 scale diecast model of M24 Chaffee Light Tank "Rita Hayworth" "U.S.A. 2nd Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron Germany 1945" die cast model by AFVs of WWII.Brand new box.Detailed exterior.True-to-scale detail.Officially licensed product.Comes in plastic display showcase.This model does not have any openings.Manufacturers original unopened packaging.Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.Dimensions approximately L-5 W-2.25 H-3 inches.Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.Pad printed markings and placards that wont fade or peel like decals for long-lasting.High-quality markings Include a protective display case to keep the model in pristine condition.It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.Painted fitted non-moving tracks on detailed non-rotating wheels for a detailed and accurate appearance.Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life tank.HISTORY ASPECTS:The M24 Chaffee - arguably the best light tank of World War II - was a fast lightly armored vehicle with the ability to deliver relatively large caliber direct fire thanks to its excellent 75 mm M6 gun. More than 4000 vehicles were produced by Cadillac and Massey-Harris from 1943-45.The first vehicles reached Europe in late 1944 where they proved very effective and highly reliable. At the outset of the Korean War however American forces equipped with the M24 Chaffees performed poorly against the enemys T-34/85s and these US units were soon augmented with M26 Pershings and M46 Pattons along with M4A3E8 Shermans armed with the long 76mm gun. The Chaffee remained in American ser
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