M4 HIGH SPEED TRACTOR(3-in./90mm), 1/35 - Hobby Boss 82407

The M4 High Speed Tractor (3-in./90mm) by Hobby Boss, reference 82407, is a plastic model kit to be assembled at 1/35, depicting an American M4 High Speed Tractor artillery tractor in its configuration for 3-inch and 90 mm guns and equipment.

Used during the Second World War, the M4 High Speed Tractor was a tracked vehicle designed to tow heavy artillery pieces and their equipment. Its compact silhouette, tracked undercarriage, and utilitarian layout make it a compelling subject for a convoy scene, an artillery position, or a military US diorama.

The Hobby Boss 82407 model kit

This 1/35 scale kit includes 254 parts. It features photo-etched elements, metal parts, and vinyl tracks. No figures are included.

Once assembled, the model measures 144.8 mm in length, 76.65 mm in width, and 82.83 mm in height. At 1/35 scale, the dimensions of the real vehicle are reduced thirty-five times—an especially suitable format for military vehicles and dioramas.

Assembly and finishing

Like any plastic model kit, this model requires suitable glue and paints (not included). Preparing the parts, removing mold lines, and carefully assembling the tracks all help achieve a clean, sharp result. Applying a primer before painting makes the finish more uniform and brings out the raised details.

The M4 tractor can be an interesting base for a military-style finish: paint shades, dusting, signs of use, and weathering help enhance the vehicle’s operational look. It can also be incorporated into a scene with a properly scaled 1/35 artillery piece.

Technical features

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 82407
• Type : plastic model kit to be assembled
• Subject : M4 High Speed Tractor (3-in./90mm)
• Scale : 1/35
• Number of parts : 254
• Length (assembled) : 144.8 mm
• Width (assembled) : 76.65 mm
• Height (assembled) : 82.83 mm
• Included elements : photo-etch, metal parts, and vinyl tracks
• Figures : not included