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About the M20 Armored Utility Car
The M20 was a
high-speed general-purpose armored vehicle designed to meet the needs of the
U.S. Army's mechanized forces during WWII. It was essentially an M8
Greyhound, but without the gun turret. In its place was an open-topped hull
superstructure fitted with a .50 caliber Browning machine gun on a ring
mount. Other infantry weapons, including an anti-tank bazooka, were kept
inside the vehicle. This AFV was used mainly as a command and reconnaissance
vehicle equipped with radios, but its excellent rough terrain performance
and high speed meant it also served as an armored personnel carrier as well
as general cargo carrier
About the Model
- 1/48 scale assembly model kit of the
U.S. M20 Amored Utility Car.
- A number of pre-sculpted parts help
recreate the complex suspension system while keeping the number of parts
down for ease of assembly.
- Open-top hull superstructure allows
viewing of internal details such as drivers position and radio-operator
position.
- Die-cast chassis for added weight and
realism.
- 2 figures and 2 types of markings are
included.
- Display alongside ITEM 32551 U.S. M8
Light Armored Car Greyhound for an interesting comparison of
differences.
- A great piece to include in a diorama
with other Tamiya 1/48 scale aircraft, vehicles, and figures.
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