1/35 Scale Military Miniature Series: No. 190 U.S. Medium Tank M4 Sherman (Early Production) [美國軍隊中型坦克 M4 雪曼 - 初期型]

[A Powerful Reproduction of the Driving Force of American Victory]

The Sherman series served as the U.S. Army's main battle tank during World War II, recording an unprecedented production of nearly 50,000 units and contributing to the Allied victory.

While many variations were introduced, each differing in hull and engine, the M4 was the first standardized version, with 6,748 produced between July 1942 and January 1944.

It featured a welded armor hull and a Continental R975-C1 air-cooled, nine-cylinder radial engine, adapted for aircraft use, producing 350 horsepower and achieving a maximum speed of 38.6 km/h.

It was armed with a 75 mm M3 37.5-caliber tank gun in a cast turret.

The M4 made its debut on the Italian front in May 1943 and continued to serve as the mainstay of the I Armored Corps in every battle in Europe, including the Battle of Normandy.

From performance aspects such as attack power and mobility to practical aspects such as ease of handling, reliability, and ease of mass production, it was a well-balanced and excellent tank that was a valuable weapon.

[Model Specifications]

This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit.

★ 1/35 scale, length 175 mm, width 77 mm.

★ Among the numerous Sherman models produced, this faithful reproduction of the early M4, characterized by its aircraft engine, gently sloping frontal armor, and a turret without a loader's hatch.

★ Realistic surface finish, including the texture of the hull's rolled steel plates, welding marks, and the rough cast finish of the turret.

★ The front gear housing is a three-piece type.

★ The turret's interior also recreates the 75mm gun loading compartment and radio.

★ Parts include the additional armor plates attached to the hull sides and turret, as well as the large fenders known as sand shields.

★ The suspension is also meticulously finished, with spoked wheels and lightweight sprockets.

★ The tracks are belt-type, replicating rubber pads, making assembly easy.

★ A wide variety of external equipment, including spare caterpillars and jerry cans, is included.

★ Includes a full-body figure of the commander, and torso figures of the driver and machine gunner.

★ There are three types of slide marks.