Carro Armato P26/40 Tank

The Italian P26/40 was developed as a heavier and more capable tank than the earlier Italian medium-tank families. Its sloped armor and 75mm gun reflected efforts to respond to changing battlefield demands, but production came too late to equip the Royal Italian Army on the intended scale before the 1943 armistice. German forces subsequently used completed vehicles. Italian development reached production too late to equip the army on the intended scale before the 1943 armistice. German forces subsequently employed available vehicles, giving the type a wartime service history different from its original procurement plan. The 75/34 gun offered a substantial increase over the 47mm weapons of earlier Italian medium tanks. Its ammunition could support both anti-armor and explosive-shell tasks, while the larger hull and turret imposed additional production and mechanical demands.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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