Tracks for M-18 Hellcat, 1/35 - Friulmodel ATL-040

The Friulmodel ATL-040 track links are a metal detailing set for reproducing the M18 Hellcat at 1/35 scale. This reference is designed to replace the tracks provided in a plastic kit with a build of separate links.

The set includes 170 metal links as well as a wire for making the hinge/pivot axles. Each element is assembled individually to form two articulated track runs. This design allows the tracks to fit naturally around the sprockets, idler wheels, and road wheels of the miniature vehicle.

The M18 Hellcat was an American tank destroyer used during World War II. Its distinctive running gear is an important point for a 1/35 scale reproduction, especially for a model presented in a diorama scene or with realistic weathering.

Assembly and finishing

Preparing the links requires methodical work: possible deburring, checking the axle openings, and progressively assembling the track sections. A fine cutters and a suitable drilling tool can be helpful for preparing the parts precisely.

The metal can be finished in various model-making styles. After proper preparation, it can be painted and weathered to reproduce variations in tone, wear in contact areas, and dirt caused by the terrain. Dust, mud, or polished metal effects can be adjusted to achieve the desired look for the M18 Hellcat.

Technical specifications

• Brand : Friulmodel
• Reference : ATL-040
• Type : detailing tracks with separate links
• Subject : M18 Hellcat
• Scale : 1/35
• Material : metal
• Number of links : 170
• Included items : metal links and wire for the axles