Academy 13255 - 1/35 M-18 Hellcat Tank Model Kit (AC 1375) - Light Tank Destroyer Replica  [AC-13255]

Academy 1/35 M-18 Hellcat: Classic US Tank Destroyer Kit

The Academy 1/35 M-18 Hellcat model kit provides an absorbing build for scale enthusiasts and military model collectors. The kit reflects the M-18 Hellcat's wartime role as a fast, lightly armoured tank destroyer and captures its distinctive silhouette for display or diorama use.

Scale Accuracy and Detail Focus

The M-18 Hellcat earned its reputation for speed thanks to a lightweight frame and robust engine. This Academy kit mirrors those traits through accurately shaped hull panels and turret lines, letting builders reproduce the vehicle's proportions in 1/35 scale. Well-defined moulding makes it straightforward to highlight the Hellcat's features with paint and finishing work.

Building and Display Value

At 1/35 scale this kit balances manageable assembly with visible detail, suitable for hobbyists moving beyond entry-level builds. The parts are finely injected and require careful fitting and glue to reach the best finish. Finished models create a convincing wartime display piece that complements other period armour.