Zebrano Z100-319 - 1:100 Carro Armato M13/40 1st Series Italian Medium Tank

Resin model of the Italian Carro Armato M13/40 1st Series medium tank in 1:100 scale

The Zebrano Z100-319 kit depicts the Carro Armato M13/40 in its 1st production series, the earliest version of Italy’s main medium tank of World War II. This resin kit in 1:100 scale offers quick assembly with only a few parts, making it suitable for collectors and for tabletop wargaming.

Kit contents:

• Resin parts to build the Carro Armato M13/40 1st Series
• Details specific to the early production version

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:100
• Catalogue number: Z100-319
• Manufacturer: Zebrano
• Material: resin
• Type: medium tank
• Era: World War II

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or modeling tools.

Building process:

Zebrano resin kits are designed for fast and straightforward assembly, with minimal parts to prepare. The use of cyanoacrylate glue is recommended. This early production variant of the M13/40 allows modelers to depict Italian armored forces during the initial stages of the North African campaign.

Recommended tools:

• Model knife
• Files or sanding sticks
• Cyanoacrylate glue
• Paints in early Italian WWII camouflage schemes

About the Carro Armato M13/40:

The Carro Armato M13/40 entered production in 1940 as Italy’s standard medium tank. The 1st series was the earliest version, featuring lighter armor and a simpler layout than later production runs. These tanks were deployed during the early phases of the North African campaign, forming the backbone of Italian armored forces despite being underpowered compared to Allied tanks. They played an important role in Italy’s military efforts from 1940 to 1941.

Technical data of the original vehicle:

• Length: 4.91 m
• Width: 2.28 m
• Height: 2.37 m
• Weight: approx. 14 t
• Engine: Fiat V8 diesel, 125 hp
• Maximum speed: 32 km/h
• Crew: 4
• Armament: 47 mm gun, 3 × Breda 8 mm MGs
• Armor: 6–30 mm (1st series)

Zebrano – the manufacturer:

Zebrano produces resin kits in small scales, specializing in World War II armored vehicles. Their 1:100 scale models are designed for fast assembly, making them popular with both collectors and historical wargaming enthusiasts.