Dragon 6361 M4 81mm Mortar Carrier (1/35) – Plastic Model Kit

The Dragon 6361 M4 81mm Mortar Carrier in 1/35 scale is a highly attractive model kit for enthusiasts of World War II military vehicles. The model represents the American M4 half-track armored personnel carrier, equipped with an 81mm mortar—dedicated to providing infantry fire support in various combat conditions on World War II fronts as well as in the early postwar years.

Historical Information

The M4 81mm Mortar Carrier was a vehicle modified by the United States Armed Forces based on the M2/M3 Half-Track transporters. This vehicle proved its value in operations in North Africa, Italy, during the Normandy landings, and across the Western European campaign. It was used from 1942 until the end of the war, and even in the early postwar years, providing fire support with its mortar mounted in the combat compartment—capable of firing from within the vehicle as well as dismounted.

Model Details

• Scale: 1/35
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Manufacturer: Dragon
• Catalogue number: 6361
• Precisely recreated vehicle interior—including mortar mounting details, radio equipment, ammunition, and crew seats
• Included decals allow for the marking of American vehicles from different theaters of war
• Optionally buildable 81mm mortar in folded or deployed, combat-ready position
• Photo-etched parts for realistic detail rendering

Product Category

Plastic model kit – set does not include glue or paints.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

The Dragon 6361 M4 81mm Mortar Carrier is recommended both for advanced modellers and ambitious intermediate collectors. Thanks to precision manufacturing and a wealth of details, this model is perfect for dioramas or advanced modelling workshops focused on WWII vehicles. The high level of detail and the inclusion of photo-etched parts place the build difficulty at 4/5.

The Dragon 6361 M4 81mm Mortar Carrier (1/35) kit guarantees a realistic final effect and satisfaction at every building stage for demanding historical modelers.