{"product_id":"lanmo-model-1-35-italian-l6-40-light-tank-mm35009-wwii-italian-army-armoured-fighting-vehicle-plastic-model-kit-nz-stock","title":"LANMO Model 1\/35 Italian L6\/40 Light Tank MM35009 WWII Italian Army Armoured Fighting Vehicle Plastic Model Kit NZ Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003e• 1\/35 scale Italian L6\/40 Light Tank plastic model kit by LANMO Model (Kit No. MM35009)\u003cbr\u003e• Represents the historic Carro Armato L6\/40, an Italian light tank developed and deployed during World War II\u003cbr\u003e• Manufactured by Fiat-Ansaldo, one of Italy's principal military vehicle manufacturers\u003cbr\u003e• The L6\/40 was designed as a compact reconnaissance and light combat vehicle for the Royal Italian Army (Regio Esercito)\u003cbr\u003e• Entered Italian military service in 1941, replacing earlier light tank designs in certain operational roles\u003cbr\u003e• Features the distinctive compact hull, centrally mounted turret and narrow tracked running gear\u003cbr\u003e• Armed with a 20mm Breda Model 35 automatic cannon and a coaxial 8mm Breda machine gun\u003cbr\u003e• The 20mm cannon provided greater firepower than the machine-gun armament fitted to many earlier Italian light tanks\u003cbr\u003e• Powered by a Fiat SPA petrol engine, providing mobility for reconnaissance and light support duties\u003cbr\u003e• The original vehicle weighed approximately 6.8 tonnes, making it considerably lighter than contemporary medium tanks\u003cbr\u003e• Designed with a two-man crew, consisting of a driver and commander\/gunner\u003cbr\u003e• Its relatively small dimensions made the L6\/40 suitable for reconnaissance, patrol and security operations\u003cbr\u003e• The L6\/40 featured a conventional tracked suspension arrangement suitable for varied terrain\u003cbr\u003e• Protected by relatively thin armour, reflecting its intended role as a light reconnaissance tank rather than a heavily armoured combat vehicle\u003cbr\u003e• Served with Italian forces during the North African Campaign, although its light armour and armament limited its effectiveness against more powerful Allied tanks\u003cbr\u003e• Also deployed in the Balkans, Italy and other European theatres during WWII\u003cbr\u003e• Used for reconnaissance, infantry support, convoy protection and anti-partisan operations\u003cbr\u003e• Following the Italian Armistice in September 1943, captured L6\/40 tanks were employed by German forces\u003cbr\u003e• German-operated examples received the designation Pz.Kpfw. L6\/40 733(i)\u003cbr\u003e• The L6\/40 chassis also formed the basis for the Italian Semovente L40 da 47\/32 self-propelled anti-tank gun\u003cbr\u003e• Represents an important stage in the development of Italian armoured fighting vehicles during World War II\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/35 scale provides an excellent balance between display size and modelling detail\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for collectors of WWII Italian tanks, Regio Esercito vehicles, light armour and Axis military equipment\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent companion to Italian M13\/40 tanks, AB41 armoured cars, Semovente self-propelled guns and WWII Italian infantry figures\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for North African desert campaigns, Balkan operations, Italian military patrols and WWII European dioramas\u003cbr\u003e• Offers opportunities for historically inspired Italian sand, grey-green and camouflage finishes, depending on the chosen theatre and period\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for realistic dust accumulation, chipped paint, track wear, mud effects and operational weathering\u003cbr\u003e• The compact turret and distinctive Italian hull design make this an interesting alternative to conventional German and Allied WWII tanks\u003cbr\u003e• A distinctive addition to any collection of Italian military vehicles and WWII armoured warfare subjects\u003cbr\u003e• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled\u003cbr\u003e• Glue and paint not included\u003cbr\u003e• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LANMO Model","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52022863036662,"sku":"LAN35009","price":65.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/3227\/7238\/files\/35009.jpg?v=1792747218","url":"https:\/\/www.imaginefleet.co.nz\/products\/lanmo-model-1-35-italian-l6-40-light-tank-mm35009-wwii-italian-army-armoured-fighting-vehicle-plastic-model-kit-nz-stock","provider":"Imaginefleet Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}