MiniArt 1/35 Military Figures

US Airborne Tank Riders (1/35) 53040

This MiniArt 1/35 figure set features a group of detailed WWII-era US Airborne troops posed for riding tanks or armoured vehicles. Ideal for diorama builders and historical modellers looking to depict late-war American operations in Europe, these figures add realism and action to any armoured scene.

• Includes 5 highly detailed US Airborne figures
• Realistic poses designed for mounting on tanks or half-tracks
• Features combat gear, M1 Garand rifles, and Thompson SMG
• Uniform details include jump boots, M1942 jackets, and webbing
• Perfect complement for US Sherman or M10 tank builds
• Plastic injection-moulded parts
• Assembly and painting required

Designed to reflect the rugged appearance and operational readiness of US paratroopers during WWII campaigns, this set captures the dynamic interaction between infantry and armoured units during advances through France, Belgium, and Germany.

Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.

History:

US Airborne divisions such as the 101st and 82nd played a crucial role in the European theatre of WWII. Following their parachute drops behind enemy lines in operations like D-Day and Market Garden, paratroopers often linked up with armoured units to push the frontline forward. Tank riders became a common sight in 1944 and 1945, with infantry using tanks for rapid movement across hostile terrain or urban areas. This figure set captures that vital cooperation between ground forces and armour during the Allies’ advance into Nazi-occupied Europe.