AFV Club 35203 M16 MGMC Meat Chopper Self-propelled anti aircraft gun 1/35

The AFV Club 35203 plastic model kit depicts the American M16 MGMC Self-propelled Anti Aircraft Gun, also known by its nickname “Meat Chopper”. The model is produced in the popular 1/35 scale, dedicated to enthusiasts of highly detailed dioramas and realistic collections of military vehicles from World War II. This kit belongs to the "plastic model kits" category.

History of the M16 MGMC Vehicle

The M16 MGMC was developed by the United States during World War II as a mobile anti-aircraft platform. Equipped with a Maxson turret fitted with quadruple Browning M2 .50 cal machine guns (Quad .50), it became legendary for its formidable firepower. Used primarily by the US Army, the model saw action in many theatres—from Europe (Normandy, the Rhine) to the Pacific. Due to its effectiveness in countering low-flying aircraft and its excellence as infantry support against ground targets, it was produced until the end of the war and continued in service with the US Army, including use during the Korean War.

• Model scale: 1/35
• Country of use: United States of America
• Historical period: World War II, Cold War
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Kit does not include glue or paints
• Detailed vehicle parts, richly recreated “Maxson” turret, realistic Browning M2 machine guns
• Movable elements – guns and turret can be positioned in various angles
• Side doors and rear loading compartment can be opened
• Optional details: decals for various marking versions, and a detailed step-by-step assembly manual

Who is this kit recommended for?

The AFV Club 35203 M16 MGMC Meat Chopper Self-propelled Anti Aircraft Gun 1/35 is a perfect choice for intermediate and advanced military modelers. Precise reproduction, detailed elements, and excellent casting quality ensure a satisfying end result in both collections and historical dioramas. Due to the number of details, the recommended assembly difficulty level is 3/5.

If you are interested in faithful World War II military recreations, or looking for a realistic model of American armored equipment, this kit is a great foundation for both classic builds and advanced custom projects.