Barcode 0 89195 86404 8
Case pack 20 pieces per case
Box size 9.6" x 15" x 2.8"
In recent months Dragon released a fine new 1/35 scale kit of a British Sherman
II fighting at El Alamein. This early-style Sherman has been joined by an American
companion, which goes by the name of “U.S. M4A1 DV” (with the DV standing for
Direct Vision). The M4A1 featured a cast hull, and it was the first Sherman
production type to leave the Lima Locomotive Works, Ohio, in February 1942,
shortly after the USA entered WWII. In actual fact, the direct-vision slots
were soon eliminated from the design since they were deemed to be a ballistic
weakness in the hull design. These American tanks fought in North Africa after
the Operation Torch landings in Tunisia, including such famous battles as the
one at Kasserine Pass. They later also participated in the invasion of Sicily
and fought in Italy.
This kit integrates all the superior details of the El Alamein Sherman (Item
No. 6447) with a number of unique features for this M4A1 tank under American
command. There are new front and rear fenders made from photo-etched parts in
order to give a scale thickness appearance. The engine deck has a new arrangement
that incorporates new rail handles. A wide selection of photo-etched metal parts
and items such as T41 tracks made from DS guarantee a pleasurable build. This
exciting new kit offers modelers the ability to produce an early Sherman fighting
in a North African or Mediterranean scene.
