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British M5A1 Stuart "Honey" Light Tank - 23rd Hussars, 29th Armoured Brigade, 11th Armoured Division, France, 1944 (1:72 Scale)
British M5A1 Stuart Light Tank - 23rd Hussars, 29th Armoured Brigade, 11th Armoured Division, France, 1944

Hobby Master British M5A1 Stuart "Honey" Light Tank - 23rd Hussars, 29th Armoured Brigade, 11th Armoured Division, France, 1944




 
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Hobby Master HG4903 British M5A1 Stuart "Honey" Light Tank - 23rd Hussars, 29th Armoured Brigade, 11th Armoured Division, France, 1944 (1:72 Scale) "She's a honey."
- British tank driver describing the sensation of operating a Stuart tank

The M5 Stuart light tank made its debut in the invasion of Casablanca in French North Africa. By 1943, and at the time of the invasion of Sicily, the upgraded M5A1 was becoming the standard light tank of the American armored divisions. Because of its limited firepower, the M5A1 eventually took on reconnaissance and escort duties in Italy and, after the invasion of Normandy, throughout Europe. In the Pacific theater, the M5A1 made its debut at Roi-Namur in February 1944 and on Saipan later that year. The M5A1 was quite effective against most Japanese armor, even the Japanese Type 97 Chi-Ha medium tank typically used in the Pacific theater. The 37mm main gun, although obsolete in Europe, was found to be effective against lightly skinned Japanese targets. Consequently, many other vehicles carrying the 37mm gun, such as the M8 armored car and M3 anti-tank gun, were retained and used in the Pacific theater.

Pictured here is a 1:72 scale replica of a British M5A1 Stuart Light Tank that was attached to the 23rd Hussars, 29th Armoured Brigade, 11th Armoured Division. Sold Out!

Dimensions:
Length: 2-1/2-inches
Width: 1-1/4-inches

Release Date: December 2011

Historical Account: "Hussars" - The 11th Armoured Division landed in France in June 1944, taking heavy casualties in the Battle of Normandy. It spearheaded Operation Epsom, reaching the Odon river between Mouen and Mondrainville. It was again embroiled in Operation Goodwood, its assault on Bourgubus Ridge on the first day of the operation being brought to a halt. After Goodwood, the losses of armour within the division were so high that the 24th Lancers were disbanded and its remnants absorbed by the 23rd Hussars. The Regiment then took part in Operation Bluecoat, intended to secure the key road junction of Vire and the high ground of Mont Pinon, allowing the American exploitation of their breakout on the western flank of the Normandy beachhead. The 11th Armored Division was then attached to XXX Corps, which captured Flers, Putanges and Argentan in the battle of the Falaise pocket.

Once the Falaise pocket was sealed, the Regiment remained with the 11th Armoured Division as it liberated L'Aigle on August 23rd. It crossed the Seine on August 28th and, after an advance of 60 miles in one day, liberated Amiens on September 1st and Antwerp on September 4th. It was not directly involved in the ground operations of Operation Market Garden, but covered the right flank of the advancing XXX Corps.

It was in reserve, being re-equipped with Comet tanks, at the time of the Ardennes Offensive, but was rapidly deployed into a defensive line along the Meuse with its old tanks. In 1945, it took part in Operation Veritable and Operation Blockbuster and liberated Bergen-Belsen concentration camp before crossing the Elbe and capturing Lubeck. It was disbanded at the end of January 1946.

Features
  • Diecast metal and plastic construction
  • Static tracks
  • Rotating turret
  • Elevating gun
  • Accurate markings and insignia
  • Comes with acrylic display case

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5 of 5 British M5A1 Stuart Light Tank - 23rd Hussars, 29t December 28, 2011
Reviewer: John Brennan from Escondido, CA United States  
Hobby Master has added another vehicle to compliment their line of the M5A1 series.  This piece along with their American and Free French offerings make a fine addition to any serious collection.

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