Low Poly M3 Lee medium tank Low-poly 3D model

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The low-poly 3D model of a World War II-era M3 Lee medium tank boasts realistic details and proportions, making it perfect for a variety of gaming applications. A high-quality texture measuring 2048x2048 pixels is included, with advanced features such as ambient occlusion, decals, and vibrant colors all implemented on separate layers. The tread and wheel components utilize a secondary texture, specifically designed at a resolution of 1024x1024 pixels. This impressive tank model was utilized by American forces during the tumultuous years of World War II. In Great Britain, the vehicle received two distinct names based on its turret configuration and crew capacity. Units equipped with United States-style turrets were christened the "Lee," named in honor of celebrated Confederate General Robert E. Lee. In contrast, models employing British-designed turrets earned the moniker "Grant," a nod to Union General Ulysses S. Grant's remarkable achievements. The design phase for the M3 medium tank kicked off in July 1940 as a direct descendant of the T5E2 prototype. By this point, production on the M4 Sherman had already been initiated, thanks in part to its more modest caliber - a mere 75 mm or approximately 2.95 inches. Despite the T4 Sherman being poised for mass production, certain innovative features such as the full rotational turret design were still far from completion. The country's industrial capabilities lacked the required efficiency for high-volume production, prompting designers to pursue an expedient interim solution in the form of the M3 Lee medium tank model. The resulting T5E2 was designed with rapid deployment in mind - an urgent call for action necessitating innovative shortcuts and workarounds within a notably tight timeframe.