{"product_id":"dragon-models-6496-1-35-t19-105mm-howitzer-motor-carriage-model-kit","title":"Dragon Models 6496 1\/35 T19 105mm Howitzer Motor Carriage Model Kit","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDragon Models 6496 1\/35 T19 105mm Howitzer Motor Carriage\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout WWII, the USA employed halftracks in a variety of roles. One need was for mobile artillery able to keep pace with armored formations, and one such vehicle was the T19 Howitzer Motor Carriage (HMC). The “T” designation (rather than a standardized “M”) indicates the vehicle was only an expedient measure. Indeed, it was an interim solution until the M7 Priest came on stream in 1942.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe T19 was essentially an M3 halftrack mounting an M2A1 105mm howitzer in the rear compartment. A total of 324 T19 HMCs were produced by Diamond T in January-April 1942. A halftrack was not the best carriage for the howitzer as the vehicle was cramped and overloaded, so much so that the T19 could carry only eight 105mm rounds. Despite drawbacks such as minimal armored protection, the T19 served with the U.S. Army in North Africa and Sicily, and even in Italy in limited numbers. With the arrival of the M7 Priest, many T19s were converted back into standard M3 halftracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragon is welcoming a T19 HMC into its 1\/35 stable of U.S. halftrack plastic kits. As a Smart Kit, this new release is full of well-engineered components guaranteed to give modelers of all skill levels a pleasurable build. Where practical, it employs multimedia parts for added realism – elements such as an aluminum gun barrel or individual photo-etched parts for the front armored slats. The T19 fighting compartment is a brand new molding, as is the 105mm howitzer and its mount. No detail is spared, with a complete engine, drive-train, differential, steering mechanism and intricate detail on the rear suspension bogey all included. The track bands are made from plastic for maximum realism and ease of construction. The T19 adds a new dimension to the American halftrack family, adding some real firepower to a diorama from the North African or Mediterranean theater!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum gun barrel w\/finely reproduced rifling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new T19 105mm howitzer w\/complete breech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntricately reproduced gun elevation system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully detailed gun cradle mount w\/bolt and support-brace details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew fighting compartment configuration for T19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShield supports connected to gun also included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGun trails w\/hand wheels finely reproduced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGun breech made by slide molds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCradle-mounted M1919A4 w\/ammunition box finely rendered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloor pattern realistically produced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGun shield for T19 105mm howitzer has fine details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly tooled ammunition bracket w\/ammo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed dashboard instrument panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate steering wheel and controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-etched visors for armored window covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArmored front grill can be modeled in two modes; individual photo-etched slats available for open position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront hood mounts reproduced by photo-etched parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew fighting compartment side armor w\/handle detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine screw-head and rivet detail present on inner and outer armor plate surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed door at rear of fighting compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly designed rear plate w\/step detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop half of cab door can be assembled in lowered position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-piece exhaust and muffler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharply molded OVM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferential housing has bolt and rib detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual drive train w\/disc-brake assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete engine w\/radiator and sump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension springs finely rendered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull drive-train assembly w\/engine transmission, differential housing and suspension units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic track modeled w\/center-guide band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely detailed one-piece chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBogie assembly with internal spring detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully detailed steering mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTires intentionally shaped to mimic bulging caused by heavy load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-directional slide-molded sprockets and idler wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dragon Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51552320913621,"sku":"DML6496","price":68.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/1972\/4454\/files\/dragon-models-6496-1-35-t19-105mm-howitzer-motor-carriage-model-kit.jpg?v=1749390684","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterosehobbies.com\/products\/dragon-models-6496-1-35-t19-105mm-howitzer-motor-carriage-model-kit","provider":"White Rose Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}