Tamiya 1:35 M4A3E8 Sherman Easy Eight

The kit proposed by Tamiya company includes a plastic model kit of American medium tank in 1:35 scale.

In 1942, Shermans were basic tanks of the Allied armored divisions. But it still had its flaws. 75 mm cannon has over time, proved to be too weak against German tanks, gasoline engine and not too thick armor provide this tank with the unfortunate name of Ronson lighter. The project, however, was still being developed, new versions received new engines and improved traction with HVSS systems, or finally 76 mm anti-tank cannons. The crowning achievement of these modifications was a medium tank M4A3E8 Easy Eight. It had better driving abilities, enhanced armor, wet ammunition stowage compartment and 76 mm cannon. They were not perfect tanks, but while using the appropriate tactics they could compete with most of the German tanks. 

Tamiya plastic model kit allows assembly of American Sherman M4A3E8 Easy Eight medium tank and the tank commander. Box includes the hull, turret, 6 sprues with parts, sprue with transparent visors elements and lamps, rubber tracks and decals.

Plastic parts should be cut out of frames, fit together and glued according to the assembly instruction. You should paint the whole model using modeling paints according to the proposed paint scheme in the instruction. It is important to remember that some plastic parts require painting before gluing. In the end, it is needed to apply decals according to markings or graphics in instruction.

We also propose a set with the crew, which can be found in our shop under catalog number: 35347 

Paints recommended by the manufacturer for best results: 

Vehicle:

• Tamiya XF-62 or TS-5 spray (armor) 
• Tamiya X-10 (HMG, equipment) 
• Tamiya XF-84 (tracks, equipment) 
• Tamiya XF-64 (wooden elements) 
• Tamiya XF-85 (tires) 

Crew: 

• Tamiya XF-62 (helmet) 
• Tamiya XF-60 (uniform jacket) 
• Tamiya XF-15 (skin)

Set contains:

• The assembly instruction.
• Frames with plastic parts.
• Decals.
• Rubber tracks.
• Transparent plastic elements.
• Crew member.

Kit does NOT contain paints and glue.

Here are the basic tools and materials you need:

• Pilers for cutting plastic parts.
• Modeling penknife.
• File or sandpaper.
• Cement for plastic models.
• Brush or airbrush.
• Modeling paints.

If you are not sure of any accessories or colors of paints you need for your model kit, please ask us, we will be glad to help you.