{"product_id":"1-35-u-s-light-tank-m24-chaffee-european-theater","title":"1\/35 U.S. Light Tank M24 Chaffee European Theater","description":"\u003cp\u003e1\/35 U.S. Light Tank M24 Chaffee European Theater by Tamiya delivers an accurate World War II armoured vehicle build for military modellers and history-focused collections.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEuropean Theatre configuration: Details and markings based on U.S. Army service in late World War II.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBalanced detail and build flow: Clean moulding with well-defined surface detail suited for painting and weathering.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncluded crew figures: Adds life and context to diorama or display builds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLength: 16.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWidth: 8.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeight: 7.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/35\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eModel: U.S. Light Tank M24 Chaffee European Theater\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eParts count: Approx. 230\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssembly: Required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaint\/Glue: Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrack Type: Rubber band\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFigures Included: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for: World War II armour fans, 1\/35 scale military builders, diorama creators, and hobbyists seeking a historically grounded tank kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe M24 Chaffee was introduced in 1944 as a replacement for the ageing M5 Stuart, offering improved firepower, mobility, and crew comfort. Armed with a 75 mm gun, it provided U.S. reconnaissance units with a light tank capable of engaging a wider range of battlefield threats.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn the European Theater, the M24 proved effective during the final stages of World War II, combining speed with reliable performance. This Tamiya kit captures the design features that made the Chaffee a respected light tank and a key step in post-war armoured development.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuild using paint and glue. Display proudly once finished, at home or in your collection cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TAMIYA","offers":[{"title":"Hobbyco","offer_id":40428327567561,"sku":"10069737","price":55.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9803\/5810\/files\/777fc9002d0f4feba0a626b9363e4762.jpg?v=1780301151","url":"https:\/\/www.jbhifi.com.au\/products\/1-35-u-s-light-tank-m24-chaffee-european-theater","provider":"JB Hi-Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}