U.S. Self-Propelled 155mm Gun M40

Produced in the final stages of World War II, the M40 self-propelled gun was a combination of proven M4 Sherman chassis components and the powerful 155-mm "Long Tom" gun.
Increased mobility over its predecessors and a range of 23.5 kilometers when using explosive rounds made it versatile.
Stability during firing was ensured by a large ground anchor.
An air-cooled 460hp engine allowed a top speed of 38 km/h.
Production began in February 1945, and although it was officially introduced in May 1945, none of the 418 guns produced by the end of the war saw service.
Instead, this powerful self-propelled gun was used in the Korean War, where it provided long range engagement of enemy positions.

Plastic model kit

• Length: 305 mm
• Width: 91 mm.
• The hydraulics are polycapped to show the elevation of the 155mm gun.
• Tailgate and ground anchor are movable
• T80 vinyl tracks
• Photoetched parts of the engine radiator grill
• Accessories like ammunition, racks and transport containers
• 8 figures
• 2 marking options from the Korean War

scale 1:35

unbuilt / unpainted