1:48 U.S. Medium Tank M4A3E8 Sherman

Injection-molded plastic kit of the American M4A3E8 Sherman Easy Eight medium tank in 1:48 scale from Tamiya.

Scale1:48
Manufacturer Tamiya
Product EAN8591111623018

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23.56 €
19.47 € without VAT
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About product

M4A3E8 Sherman Easy Eight, American medium tank 1:48 (Tamiya)

Injection-molded plastic kit of the American M4A3E8 Sherman medium tank nicknamed Easy Eight in 1:48 scale from Tamiya. The model is supplied as an unassembled and unpainted kit. A commander half-figure and several marking options are usually included; check the exact contents against the manufacturer's information.

The real subject

The M4A3E8 was a late and one of the most capable production Shermans. It earned the nickname Easy Eight from the E8 designation. Compared with the older Shermans it had the new HVSS suspension with horizontal volute springs and wider tracks, which improved the ride and lowered the ground pressure, and a longer 76 mm gun with better penetrating power. Tanks of this version fought in the closing stage of the Second World War in Europe and proved themselves again in the Korean War.

Building and painting tips

Even in the smaller 1:48 scale, assemble and paint the running gear and the tracks before closing up the hull. Separate the parts with a knife and glue them with liquid cement for plastic. After spraying the base shade with an airbrush, bring out the cast texture of the turret and the welds with a wash, add edge wear and dust the running gear with pigments. Do not forget the decals for the scheme you have chosen.

Who the model is for

  • Collectors of American Shermans and of Second World War vehicles
  • Modelers who prefer the more space-saving 1:48 scale
  • Advanced beginners as well as experienced builders
  • Anyone interested in the late versions with HVSS suspension

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

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FAQ

It comes from the E8 designation. This late version of the Sherman received the new HVSS suspension and a longer 76 mm gun.

The horizontal volute springs and wider tracks improved the ride and lowered the ground pressure compared with the older VVSS suspension.

No, the model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Paints and glue are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

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1:48 U.S. Medium Tank M4A3E8 Sherman

Injection-molded plastic kit of the American M4A3E8 Sherman Easy Eight medium tank in 1:48 scale from Tamiya.
In stock
23.56 €
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