This is a 1:72 Scale M2 155mm "Long Tom" Long Tom Gun Plastic Model Kit from Hasegawa. The 155mm "Long Tom" was the backbone of US Artillery during WWII. It could fire a 95lb shell a distance of up to 15 miles and was very accurate. Additionally, it could fire at a rate of 40 rounds per hour. The gun could fire high-explosive, armour-piercing, chemical, smoke, and illuminating shells. It was usually mounted on a 10 tired carriage for easy transport. It was also found in self-propelled mounts. FEATURES: Detailed assembly and painting instructions included. Highly detailed 1:72 scale plastic kit for static display 75 parts in medium grey plastic with raised and recessed detail Gun elevates and rotates on base if desired Wheels rotate and carriage legs swivel if desired Includes: 15 shells for diorama use MARKING OPTIONS: One decal sheet Color Schemes: 1: Overall Olive Drab Detail Colors: White, Black, Steel INCLUDES: One 1:72 Scale Long Tom Plastic Model Kit. REQUIRES: Assembly Cement Hobby Knife Tweezers Water for Decals Paint: See MARKING OPTIONS Paint Brushes Pin Vise or Drill Glue Tips or Toothpicks Adult Supervision SPECS: Scale: 1:72nd Length: 131mm sdw 6/27/01 ir/jl