Academy Plastic Model Kit
M551 Sheridan Gulf War (1/35)
The Academy 1/35 M551 Sheridan Gulf War kit recreates the light airborne tank as deployed by U.S. forces during Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Designed for rapid deployment, the Sheridan featured a 152mm gun/launcher capable of firing both conventional rounds and the Shillelagh anti-tank missile. This kit provides finely moulded parts with Gulf War-specific details, including optional stowage and external fittings.
- 1/35 scale plastic model kit
- Recreates the M551 Sheridan as used in the Gulf War
- Detailed 152mm gun/launcher and turret features
- Includes optional stowage and accessories
- Realistic tracks and surface textures
History: The M551 Sheridan was developed as a lightweight, air-deployable tank for U.S. forces, entering service in the late 1960s. Although first combat-tested in Vietnam, the Sheridan continued to serve into the 1990s. During the Gulf War, the 82nd Airborne Division deployed Sheridans for reconnaissance and support roles, where their mobility and firepower were valuable despite the tank’s age. The Gulf War marked the last major combat deployment of the M551 before it was gradually phased out of service.
