Gecko Models 35GM0117 - 1:35 US M76 Amphibious Cargo Carrier Otter Late Production

1:35 scale plastic model kit of the US M76 “Otter” Amphibious Cargo Carrier – Late Production

This Gecko Models kit represents the US M76 Otter, a light tracked amphibious cargo carrier developed in the 1950s as a replacement for the WWII-era M29 Weasel. The Otter was used extensively by the US Marine Corps and US Army for transporting troops and supplies across difficult terrain, including water obstacles. The late-production variant included structural improvements and updated fittings, as used during the Vietnam War.

• Scale: 1:35
• Model length: approx. 17 cm
• Manufacturer: Gecko Models
• Difficulty level: intermediate / advanced

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or tools. Assembly and painting required.

Model features:

The model offers a finely detailed interior and exterior, with realistic hull structure, engine compartment, driver’s cabin, and cargo area. The running gear and track system are precisely molded, and the kit includes clear parts for windows, photo-etched details, and decals for both USMC and US Army markings. Perfect for dioramas depicting Vietnam-era amphibious operations.

Box contents:

• Detailed hull and suspension system
• Complete interior with driver’s compartment and cargo bay
• Accurate track and propeller assembly for amphibious mode
• Photo-etched detail parts
• Clear parts for windows and lights
• Decals for USMC and US Army markings
• Full-color assembly and painting guide

Recommended tools:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding papers
• Brushes or airbrush
• Plastic cement
• Model paints
• CA glue (for photo-etched parts)

About the M76 Otter:

The M76 “Otter” was a light amphibious cargo carrier developed by the Pontiac Division of General Motors in the late 1940s and entered service in 1958. Powered by a GMC 302 engine, it could carry up to one ton of cargo and traverse water, mud, or snow. The vehicle was armed with an M60 machine gun and used in Arctic, temperate, and tropical environments, including combat operations in Vietnam. The Otter remained in service until replaced by more modern amphibious transports in the 1970s.

Technical data of the real vehicle:

• Type: amphibious tracked cargo carrier
• Weight: approx. 4.8 tons
• Length: 5.2 m
• Width: 2.4 m
• Height: 2.0 m
• Engine: GMC 302 gasoline, 146 hp
• Speed: 56 km/h on land, 6 km/h on water
• Payload: approx. 1 ton
• Crew: 2 + 6 troops or cargo
• Users: US Marines, US Army, NATO forces

About the manufacturer – Gecko Models:

Gecko Models is a highly regarded manufacturer of 1:35 scale military model kits, known for its precision molding, detailed interiors, and high-quality engineering. The company specializes in historical and Cold War-era vehicles, offering modelers finely detailed kits that combine realism and accuracy.