Bolt Action: M46 Patton Heavy Tank
The only American combat use of the M46 Patton was during the Korean War. On 8 August 1950; the first M46 Patton tanks; belonging to the 6th Tank Battalion; landed in South Korea. The M46 proved to be capable against North Korean T-34 medium tanks.
Though the Armaments Board designated the M46 a 'medium' tank; its capabilities equalled those of the M26 Pershing. Sporting a similar 90mm gun (though enhanced a little); the M46 didn't lack firepower. The deployment of the M46 enabled the Pershings to be withdrawn.
The M46 proved a critical component in the defence of the Pusan perimeter during 1950. Subsequently; it was used at Inchon to support the US Marine amphibious landings. Replaced by the M47 (developed in 1952); its US combat service was limited to the Korean War.
The M46 Patton comes to Bolt Action Korea as a powerful addition to any US force in the Korean war. Its main weapon is gyro-stabilised; providing a great boon to any experienced tank crew!
Contains: One resin and metal heavy tank; Bolt Action stat card; vehicle damage markers; full colour waterslide decals.
Models supplied unassembled and unpainted