M-5 Stuart

M-5A1

Based on the M-3, the improved M-5 was standardized in February 1942 and produced beginning in July of that year.  This, the A1 version, was standardized in September.  It was entirely welded and featured an improved and enlarged turret.

M-5A1 Stuart

This particular tank at Aberdeen appears to mount a hedgerow clearing device developed and used in Normandy.

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