Global Top1/48 Military Miniature Series No.95
1/48 SCALE U.S. MEDIUM TANK M4A3E8 SHERMAN "EASY EIGHT"
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Length: 156 mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.
The U.S. M4 Sherman tank was undoubtedly one of the symbols of WWII, deployed in great quantities and numerous variants to counter the potent threat of German armor. One such variant was the M4A3E8, which was one of the final Sherman types and thus had the benefit of design improvements developed from experience in battle. These included a hardy welded late production hull, plus the welcome addition of the 76mm main gun. It was also fitted with new Horizontal Volute Spring Suspension (HVSS), and wider tracks, making for the significantly more comfortable ride that led to the M4A3E8's nickname of "Easy Eight." They were thrown into their maiden operation in the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944 as part of the 4th Armored Division under General Patton's overall command, contributing to the relief of the besieged town of Bastogne and the eventual triumph of the Allies in the European Theater.
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★This is a 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 156mm, width: 62mm. ★The form of a World War II M4A3E8 is accurately captured in compact 1/48 scale. ★Superb detail across the model, notably on the HVSS, engine grilles and rear deflector. ★T66 tracks are depicted in assembly form, with one-piece straight sections. ★Interior weights give the model a realistically heavy feel. ★Comes with a commander torso figure and 2 European Theater marking options.
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★The model is packed with detail, just one of the highlights being the numerous accessories on the fenders.
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★Parts accurately capture the different surfaces of the M4A3E8, such as the texture of the cast turret.
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★Assembly type single pin T66 tracks have one-piece straight sections. The HVSS has a realistic air.
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★A torso figure is included to depict a commander in action pose, raising the detail of the kit even further.
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★There is plenty to marvel at on the rear of the model, such as the sharp depicition of the deflector.
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★To give the model a realistically heavy feel, weights are included in the kit for installation in the hull.
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Tamiya Colors required
Tamiya Color spray paints
Tamiya Colors for brush and airbrush painting
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Tools & PaintsLP-3 FLAT BLACK
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Tools & PaintsLP-11 SILVER
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Tools & PaintsLP-28 OLIVE DRAB
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Tamiya Colors for brush and airbrush painting
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR X-7 RED
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR X-10 GUN METAL
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR X-11 CHROME SILVER
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-1 FLAT BLACK
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-15 FLAT FLESH
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-56 METALLIC GREY
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-57 BUFF
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-59 DESERT YELLOW
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-60 DARK YELLOW
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-62 OLIVE DRAB
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-84 DARK IRON
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-85 RUBBER BLACK
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Useful finishing materials
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Tools & PaintsPANEL LINE ACCENT COLOR (BLACK)
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Tools & PaintsPANEL LINE ACCENT COLOR (BROWN)
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Tools & PaintsPANEL LINE ACCENT COLOR (GRAY)
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Tools & PaintsPANEL LINE ACCENT COLOR （DARK BROWN）
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Recreating mud and dirt
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER A SET (SAND/LIGHT SAND/MUD)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER B SET (SNOW/SOOT/RUST)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER C SET (ORANGE RUST/GUN METAL/SILVER)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER D SET (BURNT BLUE/BURNT RED/OIL STAIN)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER E SET (DRYBRUSH EFFECT YELLOW/GRAY/GREEN)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER F SET (TITANIUM/ LIGHT GUN METAL/COPPER)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER G SET (FOR FIGURES I)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER H SET (FOR FIGURES II)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING STICK (MUD)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING STICK (SNOW)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING STICK (SAND)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING STICK (LIGHT EARTH)
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Useful tools
Protecting your model from dust and dirt
Information is current as of June 21, 2018. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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