1:35 U.S. 6x6 M561 Cargo Truck "Gamma Goat"
ITEM# 35330

DESCRIPTION
The M561 Gama Goat was seven years in development until
production of the vehicle began in 1968. Its unique name was
derived from the creator of its articulated joint, Roger Gamaunt,


and its mountain goat-like climbing ability. It was unlike most
other military off-road vehicles in that power could go to all 6
wheels of the vehicle, and its aforementioned articulated joint
allowed 80˚ pitch and 60˚ roll ranges of the carrier
module at the rear. Its excellent rough-terrain mobility was
tempered somewhat by problems with tricky handling and
maintenance, as well as it being rather noisy, but the Gama Goat
continued in service until it was effectively replaced by the
HMMWV in the late 1980s.

Tamiya's 1/35 scale model faithfully reproduces this vehicle in
every detail possible. Extensive research of the full size
vehicle was conducted to give modelers the best kit possible.

SPECIFICATIONS
Scale : 1/35
Construction type : Assembly kit
Photo-etch parts : Not included
Decals : Included
Special feature 1 : Length: 170mm, Width: 62mm.
Special feature 2 : The articulation joint of the M561 is
recreated faithfully
Special feature 3 : the joint on the model uses a poly-cap to
accurately mimic the movemet range of the real vehicle.
Special feature 4 : The model features optional front windshield
and front-mounted winch parts.
Special feature 5 : The complex 6-wheel drive suspension is
recreated in a single molded part.
Special feature 6 : 1 driver figure is included.
Special feature 7 : Comes with 3 marking options.