In 1944 the self-propelled gun was developed using proven components from the production of the M4 Sherman tank. It was first used in 1945 when it was tested under war conditions by the 991st FA Artillery Battalion during the bombardment and capture Cologne. However it did not come into major used until later in the Korean War in 1951-53. Due to the 155 mm length of the cannon it acquired the nickname of "Long Tom". Model-details: - Diorama base with engraved track marks - Movable rear hatch - Reproduction of surface details - Vinyl tracks - 4 different paint versions
