Post by Keith Heitmann on Jul 8, 2005 5:01:11 GMT -5
1/48 U.S. Medium Tank M4 Sherman Early Production (Finished Model)
The Driving Force Behind Allied Victory
With approximately 50,000 units produced during WWII, the U.S. Army's series of M4 Sherman tanks were one of the driving forces behind Allied victory. Designed for efficient mass production and including room for future modifications, the M4 series boasted superior ground performance with excellent reliability. Amongst the many variants produced, the early production M4 featured an angular shaped welded hull, a cast turret loaded with a 75mm M3 cannon and a 350hp air-cooled gasoline engine. The M4 Sherman saw action in North Africa and throughout Europe, including serving in the Normandy and Italian campaigns.
About the Model:
- Fully assembled 1/48 scale M4 Sherman, professionally painted with all markings pre-applied.
- Includes intricate detailing for high quality accurate model.
- All distinctive aspects of the early production M4 Sherman reproduced.
- Die-cast metal lower hull for extra weight and realism.
- Set includes display base with name plate.
- Markings depict M4 Sherman serving in France in
- Summer of 1944.
- Overall length: 119mm