I Love Kit 1/35 M55 203mm Self-Propelled Howitzer Plastic Model Kit

The M55 Self-Propelled Howitzer was an American development emerging out of the 1950s. The vehicle was designed around commonality of automotive parts with the existing M46 and M47 Patton series of medium combat tanks stocking US Cold War inventories at the time. The M55 was similar in scope and function to the preceding M53 self-propelled assault gun armed with a 155mm main gun barrel. However, the M55 utilized a much larger 203.2mm M47 howitzer instead which limited total ammunition carried due to the heftier shells. Production of M55s was handled by the Pacific Car & Foundry Company throughout the 1950s. Many US Army M53 systems were then upgraded to the M55 standard.

Some M55s were utilized operational during the American involvement in the Vietnam War (1955-1975) though they were eventually removed from inventory within time.

Features:

• the kit consists of over 850 parts
• Multi-directional slide moulded lower hull and turret
• Photo-etched parts included
• Model measures:
  • Length: 237.6mm   Width: 105.5mm 

Model comes unassembled and unpainted, glues and paints sold separately

1/35 M55 203mm Self-Propelled Howitzer Plastic Model Kit by I Love Kits delivers a heavy Cold War artillery centrepiece for land military modellers who enjoy large scale builds with strong historical presence.

Featuring: Massive 203 mm gun system: Recreates the long barrel and open rear fighting compartment in scale.

Detailed hull and suspension: Shows the tracked chassis, road wheels, and external fittings with crisp moulding.

Individual track links: Builds realistic track runs for a weighty, grounded look.

Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate): Length: 30.6 cm Width: 10.3 cm Height: 8.9 cm Technical Specifications: Scale: 1/35 Manufacturer: I Love Kits Model: M55 203 mm Self Propelled Howitzer Parts count: Approx. 700 pieces Material: Injection-moulded plastic Assembly: Required Paint/Glue: Required (not included) Recommended Age: 14+ Land Military: Track Type: Individual links Land Military: Figures Included: No Perfect for: Cold War artillery fans, advanced scale modellers, and large 1/35 military vehicle displays.

Why this kit matters The M55 203 mm Self Propelled Howitzer was developed by the United States during the early Cold War to provide mobile heavy artillery support.

It was designed to deliver powerful long range fire while keeping pace with armoured units.

The M55 served with several armies during the 1950s and 1960s and shared many components with the M53.

Its sheer size and open fighting compartment make it one of the most distinctive tracked artillery vehicles of its era.

How to use it Build using plastic cement and standard modelling tools.

Paint in period correct military colours and apply weathering to highlight scale detail.

Display proudly in a cabinet or diorama setting.

This is a plastic model kit.

Assembly, paint, and glue are required.

It is not a toy.

Key Specifications

• Scale: 1:35

Full Specifications

Plastic Kits	Land
Item No	63548
Item Name	M55 203mm Self-Propelled Howitzer
Bar Code	9580208635484
Item Type	Plastic Model Armor Kit
Model Brief	Length: 237.6mm   Width: 105.5mm
Total Parts	850+
Photo Etched Parts	2 pcs
Total Sprues	9 sprues , lower hull and turret
Released Date	2023-12
More Features	the kit consists of over 850 parts- multi-directional slide moulded lower hull and turret-  photo-etched parts included