Tamiya designers visited the full size M24 to make sure that the compact, lightweight form of the 75 mm gun Chaffee is recreated with accuracy. The one-piece slide molded gun barrel has the muzzle recreated.

Recreations of cast metal surfaces and weld lines give superb realism. Slide molded fender sides are another point of interest.

The turret rear stowage box uses separately molded parts, and the tow cable is also a plastic part.

The model can be assembled without hull-side sand shields, in one of three marking options which are included.

The open hatch gives a peek at the turret interior, with recreations of the gun breech and transceiver. Cupola vision blocks are clear parts. Black decals are included to recreate the effect whereby glass looks black from certain angles.

Highlights on the rear include the detail on the air intake cover, plus the deck with its minute bolts. Canvas covers are depicted with style.

Assembly tracks use one piece straight runs. Idler wheels are split into inner and outer halves, allowing detail like wheel side holes.

Torso figures for commander and loader are included, the latter with clear goggle parts.

A photo-etched part gives a superior finish for the rear panel rack.

Parts are included to shape the rack, which is attached without the need for instant cement.

Three marking options include an M24 of the 1^st Armored Division in Italy, and two vehicles in Germany.