1:35 M4A3 SANDBAG ARMOR SET (RESIN)

The M4A3 sandbag armor set in 1:35 scale (resin) is a resin detail set of the improvised protective sandbag cladding for Sherman tank models.

Scale1:35
Manufacturer Meng
Product EAN8591111000000

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61.96 €
51.21 € without VAT
In stock
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About product

M4A3 sandbag armor (1:35, resin)

A resin aftermarket set imitating the improvised protective armor of sandbags that Sherman crews commonly added to the front and the sides of the hull. It is not a model but detail cladding: the resin parts have a faithful fabric texture and an irregular arrangement of the bags, and they are fitted onto a finished hull.

The real subject

Sandbags were a widespread field modification of M4 Sherman tanks in Western Europe in 1944 and 1945. They were meant to dampen the effect of shaped-charge ammunition and gave every vehicle an individual look.

Usage tips

Wash the parts to remove the mold release agent, cut off the casting blocks and clean them up. They are bonded with super glue (cyanoacrylate); protect your airways when sanding. Check the fit on the particular hull before mounting; bring out the fabric texture with drybrushing and pigments.

Who the set is for

  • Modelers building the M4A3 Sherman in 1:35 scale
  • Anyone interested in faithful field modifications of military vehicles
  • Dioramas with scenes from the Western Front

This is a detail accessory, not a tank model. The paints, the glue and the kit are not included in the package.

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FAQ

Resin parts imitating sandbags for cladding the hull of the M4A3 Sherman in 1:35 scale. The basic kit is not included in the package.

It is designed for the M4A3 variant. Try the fit before gluing and adjust the mating surface slightly if needed.

A sand-colored base works well, drybrushing for the fabric texture and earth pigments for dust and dirt.

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1:35 M4A3 SANDBAG ARMOR SET (RESIN)

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In stock
61.96 €
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