Well- there is a problem. There was no such rifle in the US military as a "tanker" Garand. There were several versions developed for testing, but there were problems and they were not put into production. There have been several companies making what they CALLED a Tanker Garand, but there is no standard design. They vary between 6 and 8 inches shorter than the original M1 Garand.
your M1 garand was made in 1940
your M1 garand was made in 1941
"Ga-rand" when speaking of the rifle, and "Gair-und", when talking about John Garand himself.
your garand rifle was made in 1945
One can buy the M1 Garand rifle from 'CMP Sales'. Their website has pricing details for the rifle, details of where you can find a store to purchase and what are the requirements to be allowed to buy one.
Your serial number indicates that your Springfield M-1 Garand rifle was made in the year 1943.This also applies if your rifle was made by Winchester. The tanker model is more sought after then the regular rifle,due to limited production for use by American Tankers in the armored divisions of the U.S. military during World War II.
The M1 Garand rifle is 43.5 inches long. The M1 motorway is 159.02 miles. You did not say which you are looking for-
your garand was made in 1944
M1 Garand
your springfield m1 garand was made in 1955.
rifle made 1942
your M1 garand serial number indicates your garand was made in 1939. the garand came about in 1936, so your rifle is a prize and would have significant value.