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From 1936, Italian manufacturer Fiat-Ansaldo
began development of the light tank L6/40 and in 1941, began its mass
production. The L6/40 had a hull featuring riveted construction, was powered by
a liquid-cooled inline 4 cylinder engine capable of producing 68hp, and featured
a modified 20mm anti aircraft gun in the turret. The L6/40 saw fierce action
throughout North Africa, The Balkans, and Russia, but the speed of tank
development from 1941 soon made it obsolete.
About the Model
This assembly kit model is made by Italeri.
The L6/40 has a similar riveted hull as the Italian Medium Tank Carro Armato
M13/40 (Item 35296).
Transmission, driver�s seat, drive shaft, the turret's 20mm gun, and interior
are full of detail.
You can choose either an open or closed position for the hull and turret hatches
and engine inspection doors.
Features assembly type-tracks.
Photo-etched parts for door hinges, exhaust cover, and number plates are
included.
5 kinds of markings for the North African, Russian, and the Balkan fronts, and
for a tank in German service are included.
Two soldier figures (Tamiya made), a standing officer and a sitting crewman are
included.
Military uniform decals included.
Length: 107mm.
Suggested Paint Colors
X-10 - Gun Metal
X-11 - Chrome Silver
X-18 - Semi Gloss Black
XF-1 - Flat Black
XF-15 - Flat Flesh
XF-2 - Flat White
XF-51 - Khaki Drab
XF-56 - Metallic Grey
XF-58 - Olive Green
XF-59 - Desert Yellow
XF-60 - Dark Yellow
XF-64 - Red Brown
XF-65 - Field Grey
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