Tamiya 1/35 US M8 Light Armored Car "Greyhound" Combat Patrol 25196 Spooky capable of carrying a range

capable of carrying a range of anti-shipping weapons

including wheel rims and reflectors

also known to the Allies as the Narvik-class destroyer

as expertly shown on the King Tiger model

Tamiya 1/35 US M8 Light Armored Car "Greyhound" Combat Patrol 25196 Spooky capable of carrying a rangeThe 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.