Nov 28, 2014 · The M5 was reclassified as limited standard when the M5A1 became available, and the latter was reclassified substitute standard when the M24 Chaffee became available, …

It was basically a M5 with a new turret equipped with a regular ordinance 75 mm (2.95 in) M2 howitzer, and a heavy cal.50 (12.7 mm) machine gun for immediate defense. 1778 of them were built, including the M8A1 variant based on the M5A1 chassis.

Although the main criticism from units using the Stuarts was that it lacked firepower, the improved M5 series kept the same 37 mm gun. The M5 gradually replaced the M3 in production from 1942 and, after the M7 project proved unsatisfactory, was succeeded by the light tank M24 in 1944.

The M5 Stuart was the Army’s standard light tank at the beginning of World War II. It was primarily used in reconnaissance, flank security, and infantry support roles. The M5 was lightly armored, quick and maneuverable, with a top speed of 36 miles per hour.

Can someone tell me what vehicle replaced the Honey as a scout vehicle with the RCAC in late 1944/early 1945? The details I have are: 15 tonnes, twin Chrysler powerplant, and turreted …

Recce units or second line units still could make good use of them but still, they needed some improvements as long as the new generation of light tanks was not born. This led to the development of the M5 series, its last incarnation being the M5A1.

Stuart Recce: vehicle similar in Kangaroo but equipped with machine-guns mounted on the superstructure. Stuart Command: similar in Kangaroo but with additional radio stations.

Aug 11, 2022 · So far I have modelled 3 Bren carriers (need another one) a Morris light reconnaissance car resin, a resin Humber Armoured car, which will now be retired and repurposed. And, as of last weekend a Rubicon M3 Halftrack …

Jul 25, 2017 · In the summer of 1942, the British usually kept Stuarts out of tank-to-tank combat, using them primarily for reconnaissance. The turret was removed from some examples to save weight and improve speed and range. These became known as "Stuart Recce" From wikipedia.

Sep 16, 2014 · Sold the M5 Recce to a fellow in New York USA and I am doing some upgrades before it ships. Original vehicle as modified by PzWest, only addition was a set of Armorpax metal tracks. The tracks weigh more than the tank. Some of the modifications completed. Finished Model without any stowage added.