M4A3 Sherman 75mm Tank

This model has the most options of any American tank model I've experienced. There are many accessories to include with the tank (such as ration boxes, jerry cans, oil cans, spare track, ammunition boxes, and supply packs), so an enhanced diorama is possible without buying separate accessory kits. The tank itself is detailed perfectly with options for the late version road wheels or for the mid-production version. There are two commander cupola options, mid- or late production. The three versions provided in this kit (Caballero, #50 and Classy Peg) makes it tempting to buy twice more so I can take advantage of the two I opted not to use. My favorite part of this kit is the included figures. Not only are there figures for the 4 pictured on the box (3 infantry and 1 tank commander), but there are several bonus figures. There are actually 2 replicas of the command figure in the box picture. I was able to use the second one for another tank model that came without crew figures. There is another command figure, different from the one pictured on the box. There is also a bust of a third command figure. As if that weren't enough, there are 2 busts of a driver figure. They are identical, but what a nice way to supply crew figures to other, unmanned tank model kits. This model kit has not only made a great diorama for my collection, but has also enhanced some of my other U.S. tank dioramas by supplying spare crew figures. I recommend this model kit with all enthusiasm. M. Stilwell

Nice kit. This was my first kit in 25 years. Really fun build. Decided I would add some photo etch brass details from a Verlinden and Eduard kits along with some added aftermarket stowage and home made. Model was finished with Tamiya TS5 Olive Drab lacquer and weathered using an array of AK Interactive acrylics and oils. Dirt was made using tile grout and a bit of static grass.

The tank is easy to build. Even beginners won't have too many problems when building this. It can be hand painted , but I airbrushed it anyways. If you hand paint, the tank will still look good, but it might look more weathered. The figures are nice, and are basically highly detailed toy soldiers. They will take time to paint, so I usually don't paint them :P