Academy 13279 U.S. Army M36B1 GMC (1/35) – Plastic Model Kit

We present a detailed plastic model kit – Academy 13279 U.S.ARMY M36B1 GMC in 1/35 scale, created by the renowned manufacturer Academy. This model kit allows you to faithfully recreate the famous American tank destroyer M36B1 GMC, which played a significant role during the final phase of World War II.

Historical Background and Usage

The M36B1 GMC was based on the chassis of the Sherman M4A3 tank, but was fitted with the powerful 90mm M3 gun turret from the M36 Jackson. This tank destroyer was produced in the United States between 1944 and 1945 in response to the army's need for a highly mobile weapon capable of defeating German Tiger and Panther tanks. These vehicles were intensively used both in Europe and the Pacific until the end of World War II, as well as during the Korean War. The M36B1 was valued for its firepower, decent mobility, and higher combat capabilities compared to earlier tank destroyers.

Features of the Academy 13279 Model

• Scale: 1/35 – ideal for collectors and historical dioramas.
• User country: United States of America (U.S. Army).
• Historical period: World War II, Korean War, Cold War (in some export armies).
• Material: high-quality plastic with excellent detail fidelity.
• Finished model length: approx. 20 cm.
• The kit does not include glue or paints – we recommend obtaining the proper accessories to achieve a realistic result.
• Detailed assembly instructions and parts enabling precise execution of the vehicle’s interior and equipment.
• Counters, turret, gun, track details, and vehicle surfaces reproduced with the highest attention to historical accuracy.

Category and Recommendation

This product belongs to the category of plastic military vehicle model kits from World War II. The set is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who wish to build a realistic model of a legendary piece of American armored weaponry. The detailed parts and customization options make this model perfect for elaborate dioramas and displays.

Build Difficulty Level

Difficulty level: 3/5 – the model requires some experience with plastic kits, small part assembly, and painting, but the clear instructions will help you achieve great results.