Barcode 0 89195 86404 8
Case pack 20 pieces per case
Box size 9.6 x 15 x 2.8
Features
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.