Academy 13255 - 1/35 M-18 Hellcat Tank Model Kit (AC 1375) - Veteran Armour Project  [AC-13255]

Academy 13255 - 1/35 M-18 Hellcat (AC 1375)
Price:
NZD$40.93
Brand:
Academy
Model:
AC-13255
Condition:
Brand New
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Academy 1/35 M-18 Hellcat: Compact Tank Destroyer Replica

The Academy 1/35 M-18 Hellcat model kit is aimed at hobbyists interested in period armour and authentic detailing. It reproduces the Hellcat's compact layout and wartime function, giving modellers a good base for weathering and diorama scenes.

Recreating Mobility and Profile

The M-18 Hellcat stood out for its mobility due to light construction and a potent engine. Academy's kit highlights the vehicle's low profile and running gear so builders can accurately portray how it looked in service. Moulded detail helps capture rivet lines, panel joins and other scale-appropriate features.

Building and Display Value

At this scale the kit presents a satisfying assembly challenge without excessive complexity, ideal for those refining their modelling skills. Careful glueing and filling will improve seam lines, and painting unlocks the full potential of the kit for display on a shelf or within a larger diorama.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/35
  • Material: Plastic
  • Assembly: Glue required
  • Paint: Not included
  • Part Count: Detailed components
Assembly time varies by skill, but expect several sessions for careful construction, plus additional time for painting and weathering.
Yes, modelers often fit aftermarket photo-etch detail, metal barrels or resin accessories to improve realism and fine detail.
Absolutely. The scale and detail level make the model a strong candidate for diorama scenes showing terrain, figures and vehicle equipment.

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