1/43 Diamond T M3 75mm GMC US Army, 1941

AFV 24215-41

The M3 75mm Gun Motor Carriage (GMC) was an early American tank destroyer introduced during World War II. Built on the M3 Half-Track chassis, it featured a mounted 75mm M1897A4 gun, adapted from the French M1897 field gun. Designed for mobility and firepower, the M3 GMC provided U.S. forces with a versatile anti-tank platform. It was primarily used in North Africa and the Pacific, where its firepower was effective against lightly armored enemy vehicles. However, its limited protection and high silhouette made it vulnerable in prolonged engagements, leading to its eventual replacement by more advanced tank destroyers like the M10 Wolverine.

Diamond T M3 75mm GMC

Designed as a large, high-mobility infantry vehicle, the M3 half-track was standardized in 1940 and was built by the Diamond T Motor Company for use during WWII and the Cold War. In order to improve its reliability and to speed up production, the M3 was produced with as many commercial components as possible. It had a longer body than its counterpart, the M2, and could carry a 13-man rifle squad. It had a fully armored body and a bullet-proof windscreen, and the radiator was protected by an adjustable armored shutter. Later variants included machine gun mounts and rear-mounted racks for crew stowage.

AFVs of WWII  Armored Fighting Vehicles

The  AFVs of WWII  "Armored Fighting Vehicles" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military vehicles in 1:43 scale.

AFVs of WWII  "Armored Fighting Vehicles" diecast vehicles feature:

• Diecast metal and plastic construction.
• Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
• Fitted, non-moving tracks and detailed non-rotating wheels.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Clear acrylic display case to protect model.