M14 AA Halftrack (British)

Description

The M14 Multiple Gun Motor Carriage was an American‑built self‑propelled anti‑aircraft half‑track supplied to Britain under Lend‑Lease during the Second World War. Based on the M5 half‑track chassis, it carried the electrically powered Maxson M33 turret, mounting twin .50 calibre Browning machine guns. This gave British units a fast‑moving, hard‑hitting platform capable of engaging low‑flying aircraft and providing valuable suppressive fire against ground targets.

British forces employed the M14 primarily from 1943 onwards, with the vehicle seeing service in North Africa, Italy, and later North‑West Europe. Although the Luftwaffe’s presence declined sharply after 1944, the M14 remained useful as a mobile anti‑aircraft screen for supply columns, artillery positions, and armoured formations. Its rapid traverse turret and high rate of fire made it particularly effective against strafing aircraft and lightly armoured vehicles.

In practice, British crews often used the M14 in a dual role. While its official purpose was air defence, it frequently supported infantry with heavy machine‑gun fire, especially during assaults on fortified positions or when repelling counter‑attacks. Although eventually overshadowed by more advanced self‑propelled anti‑aircraft systems, the M14 provided a reliable and flexible platform during the later stages of the war.

• Model: M14 AA Halftrack
• Country/Army: British & Commonwealth
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: Night Sky Miniatures
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown.
• Photos and dimensions are at 28mm unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These are designed by Bergman or TigerAce1945.