M10 Tank Destroyer/Wolverine – Bolt Action WWII 28mm Vehicle
M10 Tank Destroyer/Wolverine
Bolt Action WWII 28mm Vehicle – The Potent German Tank Hunter
🔥 "The Hunters of Steel" – Stalking German Armor 🔥
The hedgerows of Normandy cast long shadows as Lieutenant James Morgan and his M10 crew waited in ambush position. Intelligence had reported German armor moving through the sector, and their tank destroyer battalion had been tasked with intercepting. The open-topped turret gave them excellent visibility, but also left them exposed—a constant reminder that their best defense was to strike first and then relocate quickly.
"Enemy tanks approaching from the west," whispered the spotter. Through his binoculars, Morgan could see the unmistakable silhouettes of Panzer IVs advancing cautiously along the road. He gave a hand signal to his gunner. The powerful 3-inch gun of the M10 traversed silently into position. They would wait until the perfect moment—when the enemy presented its vulnerable side armor. The M10 wasn't designed for prolonged firefights; it was a hunter, striking from ambush with its superior gun, then disappearing before the enemy could effectively respond. "Gunner, on my command..."
The Allied Tank Hunter 🎯
Add the powerful M10 Tank Destroyer to your Allied forces with this detailed model kit. Known as the "Wolverine" in British service, this versatile vehicle provided Allied armies with a crucial answer to German armored threats, featuring a potent 3-inch (76.2mm) anti-tank gun that significantly outperformed the standard 75mm gun carried by the Sherman tank.
The M10's design philosophy prioritized firepower and mobility over armor protection, with its relatively thin 37mm armor plating and distinctive open-topped, five-sided welded turret. This made it vulnerable to enemy fire but perfectly suited for its intended role—engaging enemy armor from concealed positions, firing devastating shots from its powerful gun, and then quickly relocating before the enemy could effectively respond.
This comprehensive kit allows you to build the M10 for either US or British forces, with appropriate crew figures and extensive decal sheets for both nations. Whether hunting Panthers in the hedgerows of Normandy or providing long-range fire support in the Italian campaign, the M10 Tank Destroyer adds potent anti-tank capability to your Allied armies.
✨ Key Features:
- Superior Firepower - 3-inch (76.2mm) gun provides excellent anti-tank capability
- Multi-National Options - Build as either US M10 or British Wolverine
- Crew Choice - Includes both US and British crew figures
- Authentic Markings - Extensive decal sheets for both nations
- Tactical Flexibility - Perfect for ambush positions and defensive setups
- Multi-Game Use - Compatible with both Bolt Action and Achtung Panzer! games
📊 Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | 3-inch Gun Motor Carriage M10 (Wolverine in British service) |
| Crew | 5 (Commander, Gunner, Loader, Driver, Assistant Driver) |
| Weight | 29.6 tons (26.9 tonnes) |
| Length | 19 ft 7 in (5.97 m) |
| Width | 10 ft (3.05 m) |
| Height | 8 ft (2.44 m) |
| Main Armament | 3-inch (76.2 mm) M7 gun (54 rounds) |
| Secondary Armament | 1 × .50 caliber Browning M2HB machine gun |
| Engine | General Motors 6046 twin diesel engine (375 hp) |
| Maximum Speed | 30 mph (48 km/h) on roads |
| Operational Range | 200 miles (320 km) |
| Armor | 9.7–37 mm (0.38–1.46 in) |
| Production | 6,706 units produced between 1942 and 1943 |
US M10 vs British Wolverine - Choose Your Force
US Army M10 Tank Destroyer
- Specialized Doctrine - Operated within dedicated Tank Destroyer Battalions
- Tactical Flexibility - Used in both offensive and defensive operations
- Olive Drab Finish - Characteristic dark green paint scheme
- Distinctive Markings - Featured large white stars and unit insignia
- Combat Experience - First deployed in Tunisia, then throughout Europe
- Crew Configuration - American crews with standard US equipment and uniforms
British Wolverine
- Integration - Operated within armoured regiments rather than specialized units
- Combat Role - Primary focus on defensive anti-tank screens
- Camouflage Patterns - Often featured British-style camouflage schemes
- British Modifications - Some vehicles modified with additional stowage and equipment
- Service Areas - Deployed in Northwest Europe and Italian campaigns
- Crew Configuration - British crews with standard British equipment and uniforms
📦 Box Contents
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Main Kit | Plastic M10 Tank Destroyer/Wolverine model kit |
| US Crew | US Army crew figures in appropriate uniforms |
| British Crew | British Army crew figures in appropriate uniforms |
| US Decal Sheet | Waterslide decals for US Army unit markings and insignia |
| British Decal Sheet | Waterslide decals for British Army unit markings and insignia |
| Documentation | Construction leaflet (PDF available online) |
⏳ M10 Combat Timeline
The M10 tank destroyer is standardized, born from the need for a more effective anti-tank weapon than the makeshift M3 GMC. Built on the reliable M4A2 Sherman chassis, it features a new open-topped turret and the powerful 3-inch M7 gun.
M10s see their first combat action in Tunisia during the North African campaign. Early engagements reveal both strengths and weaknesses—the 3-inch gun proves effective against most German armor, but the open-topped turret leaves crews vulnerable to artillery and mortar fire.
During the Sicily campaign, M10s provide crucial fire support for advancing infantry, demonstrating versatility beyond their primary tank-hunting role. British forces begin to receive M10s through Lend-Lease, designating them as "Wolverines."
M10s play a significant role in the Normandy campaign following D-Day. Tank Destroyer Battalions adopt ambush tactics in the dense hedgerow country, using the M10's powerful gun to engage German armor from concealed positions.
As heavier German tanks like the Panther and Tiger become more common, the M10's 3-inch gun starts to show limitations against frontal armor. This leads to the development of the M36 with its more powerful 90mm gun, though M10s continue to serve effectively when employing proper flanking tactics.
M10s continue to support Allied advances into Germany. By war's end, the M10 has proven itself as a versatile combat vehicle, capable of both anti-tank operations and infantry support. After WWII, surplus M10s are provided to various Allied nations, with some serving well into the 1950s.
Bolt Action Game Statistics
Damage Value
Main Gun
Special Rule
Optional HMG
🎮 Gaming Possibilities
The M10 Tank Destroyer/Wolverine offers multiple tactical options for your Bolt Action battles:
🎯 Tank Hunter
Position your M10 in concealed locations to set up ambushes for enemy armor, using its powerful Heavy AT gun to engage from safe distances, then relocate before the enemy can effectively respond.
🛡️ Defensive Screen
Create a defensive line with your M10s to protect objectives or vulnerable flanks, using their longer-range Heavy AT guns to engage enemy vehicles before they can close to effective range against your infantry.
🌳 Flanking Maneuvers
Use terrain to maneuver your M10 to the flanks or rear of enemy heavy tanks, where its 3-inch gun can penetrate even the formidable armor of Panthers and Tigers.
🔫 Fire Support
Despite its primary anti-tank role, the M10's powerful gun can also be effective against buildings, fortifications, and infantry concentrations when necessary, providing flexible fire support.
🏴 British Themed Force
Use the British crew and decals to add the Wolverine to your British army, creating an authentic late-war armored force with a mixture of Commonwealth and Lend-Lease vehicles.
🇺🇸 Tank Destroyer Battalion
Field multiple M10s as part of a dedicated US Tank Destroyer Battalion force, historically used to counter German armored breakthroughs with concentrated anti-tank firepower.
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