{"product_id":"u-s-medium-tank-m4a3e8-sherman-easy-eight-european-theater","title":"U.S. Medium Tank M4A3E8 Sherman \"Easy Eight\" European Theater","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"item_title_block_\" data-article=\"35346\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"title1_\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e          1\/35 Military Miniature Series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \t\t\u003cbr\u003e  \t\t\u003cbr\u003e\t\tNo.346\u003cbr\u003e  \t\t\u003cbr\u003e  \t\t\u003cbr\u003e  \t\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e1\/35 U.S. MEDIUM TANK M4A3E8 SHERMAN \"EASY EIGHT\" EUROPEAN THEATER\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"title2_\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tmpblock_ block_v15_ wysiwyg_\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img_\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"popup-image\" href=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_1.jpg\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wysiwyg_area_\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength: 214\u003cbr\u003emm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tmpblock_ block_v8_ wysiwyg_\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wysiwyg_area_\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn Easy Ride\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe U.S. M4 Sherman tank was undoubtedly one of the symbols of WWII, \u003cbr\u003edeployed in great quantities and numerous variants to counter the potent\u003cbr\u003e threat of German armor. One such variant was the M4A3E8, which was one \u003cbr\u003eof the final Sherman types and thus had the benefit of design \u003cbr\u003eimprovements developed from experience in battle. These included a hardy\u003cbr\u003e welded late production hull, plus the welcome addition of the 76mm main\u003cbr\u003e gun. It was also fitted with new Horizontal Volute Spring Suspension \u003cbr\u003e(HVSS), and wider tracks, making for the significantly more comfortable \u003cbr\u003eride that led to the M4A3E8's nickname of \"Easy Eight.\" They were thrown\u003cbr\u003e into their maiden operation in the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944\u003cbr\u003e as part of the 4th Armored Division under General Patton's overall \u003cbr\u003ecommand, contributing to the relief of the besieged town of Bastogne and\u003cbr\u003e the eventual triumph of the Allies in the European Theater.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr clear=\"all\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tmpblock_ block_v16_ wysiwyg_\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"img_\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"popup-image\" href=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/pkg\/35346_p1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/pkg\/35346_p1.jpg\" style=\"width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wysiwyg_area_\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"text_\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout the Model\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e★This is a 1\/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 214mm, width: \u003cbr\u003e86mm. ★Tamiya undertook exhaustive surveys of real M4A3E8s in order to \u003cbr\u003edepict its form with great accuracy, including the subtly curved turret \u003cbr\u003esurfaces, flat welded hull panels and the HVSS. ★Slide molded parts \u003cbr\u003eartfully capture surface textures of cast turret and welded upper hull \u003cbr\u003epanels. ★Wide, single-pin T66 tracks are realistically depicted using \u003cbr\u003ebelt type parts. Drive sprockets feature precisely molded holes. ★Engine\u003cbr\u003e grille, rear-installed deflector, and tool parts showcase stunning \u003cbr\u003erealism. ★Clear parts recreate headlight lenses and cupola vision \u003cbr\u003eblocks. ★Features commander torso figure and decals to recreate tanks \u003cbr\u003efrom 2 units in the European Theater at the end of WWII.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"height: 195px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"popup-image\" href=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c1.jpg\" style=\"opacity: 0.8; width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e★Tamiya designers pored over the real thing to achieve this superbly accurate 1\/35 scale model.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"height: 195px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"popup-image\" href=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c2.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c2.jpg\" style=\"opacity: 0.8; width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e★Belt-type parts authentically capture the T66 single-pin tracks. The HVSS bogies are WWII-era.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"height: 195px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"popup-image\" href=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c3.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c3.jpg\" style=\"opacity: 0.8; width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e★Slide-molded parts feature realistic recreations of surfaces such as the cast turret and welded hull sides.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"height: 195px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"popup-image\" href=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c4.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c4.jpg\" style=\"opacity: 0.8; width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e★The overall finish is magnified by finely molded parts for engine grilles, numerous tools and much more!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"height: 195px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"popup-image\" href=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c5.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c5.jpg\" style=\"opacity: 0.8; width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e★Exhaust deflector shows superb detail, and can be moved between stowed and extended positions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"height: 195px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"popup-image\" href=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c6.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c6.jpg\" style=\"opacity: 0.8; width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e★A finishing touch is provided by the realistic commander torso figure designed for installation in the cupola.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"height: 195px;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"popup-image\" href=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c7.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d7z22c0gz59ng.cloudfront.net\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/3\/35346\/35346_4c7.jpg\" style=\"opacity: 0.8; width: 50%;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e★Commander's hatch can be assembled open or closed, and has separate periscope parts. Clear parts recreate vision blocks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.tamiya.com\/japan_contents\/img\/usr\/item\/cut\/35346_ct1.jpg\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tmpblock_ block_v18_\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57793513587072,"sku":"35346","price":41.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/1601\/9328\/files\/Tam35346.jpg?v=1775203479","url":"https:\/\/pienoismallimarketti.fi\/products\/u-s-medium-tank-m4a3e8-sherman-easy-eight-european-theater","provider":"Pienoismallimarketti","version":"1.0","type":"link"}