The M3 Lee/Grant In Action from Squadron/Signal Publications explores one of the most important Allied tanks of the early years of World War II.

Developed when the United States urgently needed a medium tank armed with a 75mm gun, the M3 featured a unique hull-mounted main gun with a fully rotating turret carrying a 37mm cannon. The American version became known as the M3 Lee, while the British variant, featuring a redesigned turret with radio bustle, was designated the M3 Grant.

Although quickly surpassed by the M4 Sherman, the M3 played a critical role during the North African Campaign, the Pacific Theater, Burma, and the Eastern Front through Lend-Lease deliveries to the Soviet Union.

This reference contains numerous wartime photographs, detailed captions, technical information, line drawings, and camouflage references, making it an outstanding resource for modelers seeking historical accuracy.

Whether you're building an Academy, MiniArt, Takom, Tamiya, Mirage Hobby, or Grant/Lee conversion, this book provides valuable detail for painting, weathering, and super-detailing.

Features

• Squadron/Signal Publications

• Armor In Action Series

• Armor Number 33

• Softcover

• Historical photographs

• Technical drawings

• Vehicle variants

• Color artwork

• Camouflage and markings

• Operational history

• Excellent scale modeling reference

Historical Overview

The M3 Lee/Grant entered combat in 1942 during one of the most critical phases of World War II. Its powerful 75mm gun gave Allied forces a significant advantage over many Axis tanks encountered in North Africa.

While its tall silhouette and unconventional design limited its long-term effectiveness, the M3 earned an excellent combat reputation in the hands of British Commonwealth, American, Soviet, Australian, and Indian forces. It served in North Africa, Italy, Burma, the Pacific, and the Soviet Union before eventually being replaced by the M4 Sherman.

Today the M3 remains one of the most recognizable transitional tank designs of the Second World War.

Contents Include

• Development history

• M3 Lee and Grant production

• British Grant modifications

• Combat operations

• North Africa campaign

• Pacific service

• Soviet Lend-Lease service

• Technical specifications

• Interior and exterior photographs

• Suspension and running gear

• Camouflage and markings

• Historical wartime photographs

• Scale modeling reference

Perfect For

• WWII armor enthusiasts

• North Africa campaign researchers

• Military historians

• Scale model builders

• Armor reference libraries

• Squadron/Signal collectors

Condition

Pre-owned reference book in good condition.

• Light shelf wear

• Minor corner and edge wear

• Binding appears secure

• Interior pages appear clean and complete

Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the item description.