The Clash of Steel: M18 Hellcat Tank Destroyers set enhances your American forces with four highly detailed plastic models of the M18 Hellcat tank destroyer. Designed by Buick in Detroit, Michigan, the M18 was the only tank destroyer purpose-built for U.S. Army Tank Destroyer units, incorporating field feedback that prioritized speed and agility. By utilizing a unique suspension system and minimizing armor to essential levels, the M18 achieved impressive speeds of up to 50 mph (80 km/h), leading to its "Hellcat" nickname.
In the Clash of Steel tabletop game, the M18 Hellcat's combination of high speed and potent 76mm gun makes it an invaluable asset for rapid response and flanking maneuvers against enemy armor. The set includes four unpainted M18 Hellcat tanks that require assembly, allowing for customization to align with your army's aesthetic. Please note that glue and paint are not included. This set is ideal for players aiming to strengthen their American forces with historically significant and impactful units.
Note: This is not a standalone game; the Clash of Steel Starter Set is required to play.
The M18 76mm GMC tank destroyer was designed by Buick in Detroit, Michigan. Of all the tank destroyer models used by the US Army, the M18 was the only one purpose-built for the TD men, taking aboard feedback in the field.
The number one request was speed, so the M18 was designed with a unique suspension system and stripped down to only the minimum armour needed to stop rifle fire. It used the same 9-cylinder engine found in a Sherman tank, but since the M18 weighed only 20 tons compared to the Sherman’s 35 tons, it could race along roads at an impressive 50mph (80km/h). This led to the vehicle’s unofficial nickname, the Hellcat.
Contains: 4x M18 Hellcat Tanks
