Zebrano Z100-322 - 1:100 Carro Comando M13/40 Italian Command Tank

Resin model of the Italian Carro Comando M13/40 command tank in 1:100 scale

The Zebrano Z100-322 kit represents the Carro Comando – a command version of the Italian M13/40 medium tank, adapted to serve as a command vehicle during World War II. This 1:100 scale resin kit offers simple construction, making it suitable both for collectors and for use in WWII tabletop wargames.

Kit contents:

• Resin parts to build the Carro Comando M13/40
• Details specific to the command variant

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:100
• Catalogue number: Z100-322
• Manufacturer: Zebrano
• Material: resin
• Type: command 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 assembly, with only a few parts to prepare and glue. Surfaces may require light sanding before construction. The model is ideal for painting and customization, and works well in both dioramas and WWII tabletop wargaming.

Recommended tools:

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

About the Carro Comando M13/40:

The Carro Comando was a command tank based on the Italian M13/40 medium tank chassis. Instead of the main gun, it was fitted with additional radios and communications equipment, enabling officers to coordinate armored units more effectively. These vehicles were mainly used in the North African campaign, where they supported Italian armored divisions.

Technical data of the original vehicle (M13/40 base version):

• 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
• Equipment: radio set, Breda 8 mm MG (command version)

Zebrano – the manufacturer:

Zebrano produces resin kits in small scales, with a focus on World War II armored vehicles. Their 1:100 scale models are ideal for collectors and for use in historical wargaming.