Forces Of Valor 805101 Sherman M4A3(76) "Thunderbolt IV HQ, 37th Tank Bn, 4th Armored Division, Bastogne 1944 1:64 Scale

Forces of Valor Sherman M4A3(76) "THUNDERBOLT IV" HQ, 37th Tank Bn, 4th Armored Division, Bastogne 1944 Model Number: 805101 Scale: 1:64 Length: 11 cm Width: 6 cm Height: 4.5 cm This item is not a toy. It is a collectors model recommended ages 14 years and over. Please check scale and size before ordering. Detailed diecast metal and plastic model Rotatable gun turret and free wheels Superb replica 1:64 scale military model Highly detailed weathering and pad printing Comes with tank commander figure During the Battle of Bastogne (late 1944 to early 1945), the U.S. M4A3(76) Sherman medium tank "Thunderbolt IV" played a decisive role in thwarting the German Ardennes Offensive. As part of the 37th Tank Battalion, 4th Armored Division, these tanks delivered critical firepower and armored support to defend the strategically vital town of Bastogne. Equipped with a high-velocity 76mm main gun and superior mobility, the "Thunderbolt IV" proved highly effective against German armor. The crews of the 37th Tank Battalion leveraged the Sherman’s durability, firepower, and tactical flexibility to repel repeated enemy assaults, securing Bastogne against overwhelming odds. The tank’s sloped armor and reliability provided essential protection, enabling sustained combat operations under heavy fire. The victory at Bastogne was not only a testament to the M4A3(76)’s battlefield prowess but also to the courage and tenacity of the American soldiers. This battle marked a turning point in World War II, ensuring Allied strategic dominance in Western Europe. Forces of Valor is well known to the collectors for three fundamental elements; Die-cast, Weathering effects and Moving parts. Since the first 1:32 scale tank debuted to the market, collectors were fascinated by the amount of details being added to the model, what collectors found most surprisingly upon seeing the models was the of level surface detail, even the internal engine, ventilation pipes, internal main gun stowage bin, something that everyone would normally neglect. To appeal the devoted collectors Forces of Valor has spent a significant amount of time & engineering into developing the hatch & hinges, different kind of gearings etc. Without actually visiting a museum, you can inspect the mechanical components with Forces of Valor replicas.

• Detailed diecast metal and plastic model
• Rotatable gun turret and free wheels
• Superb replica 1:64 scale military model
• Highly detailed weathering and pad printing
• Comes with tank commander figure