Tamiya 1/35 US M8 Light Armored Car "Greyhound" Combat Patrol 25196 period_WWII and commissioned 12 November 1937

and commissioned 12 November 1937

Accurate workboat and captain's boat included

• Winter gear such as the fur collared pilot’s jackets

which was one of the final Sherman types and thus had the benefit of design improvements developed from experience in battle

RAYS forged aluminum wheels

Tamiya 1/35 US M8 Light Armored Car "Greyhound" Combat Patrol 25196 period_WWII and commissioned 12 November 1937The M8 Greyhound was used during World War II primarily as an escort and reconnaissance vehicle. The 6 wheeled vehicle"s light weight made it a maneuverable vehicle. Development of the M8 began in 1941, and it was originally planned for armor support, but was later shifted to reconnaissance. The Ford company developed a prototype in June, 1942. The Greyhound had a Hercules JXD rear mounted, water cooled engine, capable of generating 110 HP at 3000 r.