T23 Medium Tank
Capture an important stage in American armoured vehicle development with this detailed model of the T23 Medium Tank. Designed during the Second World War as a possible successor to the M4 Sherman, the T23 combined a powerful 76 mm gun with an innovative electric-drive transmission. Although it never entered combat, it significantly influenced later American tank design.
Historical Role
The T23 was developed to meet the US Army’s demand for a more capable medium tank with improved firepower and mobility. Its intended battlefield role included supporting infantry, exploiting breakthroughs and engaging enemy armour. A limited production run was completed, but the tank was not deployed overseas because its electric transmission introduced additional maintenance and training requirements that would have complicated wartime logistics.
Distinctive Appearance
The T23 is recognisable by its relatively low, compact hull, sloped glacis and rounded cast turret carrying the long-barrelled 76 mm gun. Its broad gun mantlet, prominent turret bustle and vertical volute spring suspension give it a clear visual relationship to contemporary American armour while preserving a distinctive experimental character. These features make it an excellent contrast to standard Sherman formations.
Modelling Uses
This model is ideal for Second World War prototype collections, development-line displays and alternative-history battlefield scenes. It can be used in detailed dioramas, military loads or factory scenes on model railways, tabletop wargaming displays and comparative exhibits for collectors. The range of scales supports everything from compact layouts and massed formations to larger showcase models with highly visible surface detail.
Fun Fact
Although the T23 itself never saw combat, its turret design proved highly influential. A modified version was adopted for 76 mm-armed M4 Sherman tanks, giving this experimental vehicle a lasting and readily recognisable legacy.
Available Scales
Available in 1:87, 1:76, 1:72, 1:48 and 1:35 scales.
Finish Options
Choose from Cleaned Resin Grey, Grey Primed - Ready for Painting, or Historical Base Colour to suit your preferred modelling and finishing process.
Very small details may vary slightly depending on the scale selected.
