Tamiya 35161 - 1/35 U.S. Army M42 Duster Collector Model Kit  [35161]

Tamiya 35161 1/35 M42 Duster kit overview for scale modellers

The Tamiya 1/35 U.S. Army M42 Duster model kit offers a faithful scale representation of this notable anti-aircraft platform. Originally developed for short range air defence, the M42 supported armoured formations and provided versatile ground fire. This reissue preserves the vehicle's character with finely moulded parts that appeal to military modelling collectors.

Background and key model components

The vehicle used the M41 Light Tank running gear and featured twin 40mm anti-aircraft guns on an open turret, enabling both air engagement and close support. The kit supplies olive green plastic parts with detailed gun assemblies, loader seating, small arms, and suspension components to capture those features accurately.

Build detail and authenticity

Tamiya focuses on realism with pivoting anti-aircraft barrels and a carefully modelled turret interior. The kit includes flexible plastic tracks and parts to assemble the M60 machine gun, enhancing the finished appearance. Waterslide decals are supplied with marking choices for the U.S. Army, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, and the former West German Army.