Tamiya Plastic Model Kit

M3 Stuart Late Production Light Tank (1/35) 35360

This 1/35 scale plastic model from Tamiya accurately depicts the late production variant of the US M3 Stuart light tank. The kit is a brand new tooling with enhanced detail and modern engineering, offering an excellent representation of this agile WWII-era vehicle.

• Newly tooled parts for late production version
• Features rounded turret without commander’s cupola
• Includes 37mm main gun and multiple machine guns
• Detailed surface textures and weld lines
• Clear parts for light lenses and viewports
• Includes markings for US and Soviet use

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

History

The M3 Stuart was one of the most widely produced light tanks of the Second World War, praised for its speed and mechanical reliability. The late production version featured a revised turret with a smoother profile and omitted cupola, improving crew visibility and manufacturing efficiency. Armed with a 37mm cannon and several machine guns, it was ideally suited for reconnaissance and infantry support roles. While lightly armoured compared to its adversaries, its mobility made it valuable in theatres like North Africa, the Pacific, and Eastern Europe. It also served with Allied forces under lend-lease, including the Soviet Red Army, which used it effectively in fast-moving operations.