Barcode: 0 89195 86183 2
Packaging: 20 pieces per master carton
Box Size: 9.6"x15"x2.8"
1/35 Sherman M4A3E8 "Thunderbolt VII"
Dragon has invested considerable efforts in research and development of its
brand new M4A3E8 Sherman, so much so that this can be considered as the ultimate
1/35 model kit of this variant ever to hit shop shelves! Nothing has been spared
in this kit, with completely new parts for the hull, workable suspension assemblies
with optional springs, new tracks, and a whole ream of other modifications.
There is even an optional set of parts to represent the armor plates that were
sometimes welded on for increased protection! This is a complete package, supplying
everything that Sherman modelers could ever dream of needing, whether it be
in plastic, metal, photo-etched metal, or clear plastic. And for a tank version
called the “Easy Eight”, Dragon’s vast manufacturing experience means that this
complex kit remains “easy” and fun to build!
Features:
Turret & Gun
- T-23 early pattern turret with realistic cast texture
- Rain-guard details for both commander's and loader's hatches
- Detailed mantlet
- Pistol port produced with slide-mold technology
- MG with hollow muzzle
Upper Hull:
- Newly upgraded upper hull with weld lines authentically represented
- Finely rendered headlight and horn guards
- Driver's and radio operator's hatches can be modeled open/close
- Detailed hatch periscope units with clear parts and guards
- Gun travel lock can be modeled in travel or combat modes
- On-vehicle tools delicately recreated
- Hull edge plates are accurately reproduced, with a correct horizontal upper
edge
- Separate engine deck access panel and grills
- Fuel caps with interior details can be modeled open/closed
Lower Hull:
- New finely detailed rear panel
- New Tooling - Two types of sprockets available
- Brand new HVSS stystem in fine details; multi-part workable assemblies
- Optional springs allow for realistic suspension action
- Updated transmission drive housings
- New tooling - idler tension adjusters
- New tooling - T-66 HVSS tracks
- Multi-part exhaust deflector in great details
Others:
- Bonus metal armor kit with plastic parts for fine details
- Cartograf decal offers different unit markings
About this kit:
The Sherman was the mainstay of the Allied armored units, with over 40,000 produced
from 1942 onwards. The ubiquitous Sherman was to be found in the ranks of every
Allied army in World War II and on every front.
