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Hobby Master 1:48 Ground Power Series HG1005 M4 Sherman Tank Diecast Model US Army 716th Tank Btn, "Classy Peg", Phillipines, 1945 Limited Edition 1:48 Scale     Length     Width M4 Sherman Tank     4.75"     2.25" During WWII the Allies decided on one tank to be the main fighting-vehicle, the Sherman. Using one tank meant production could be greatly increased and the Sherman had already proven itself to be reliable.The M4 series of the Sherman was rugged, simple and easily mass produced. A total of over 56,000 units in all variants were produced. The Ford Motor Company began manufacturing the M4A3 variant in late 1942 and produced 1,690 units with dry ammunition stowage within one year. Another 3,071 units were produced with wet ammunition stowage and a new Commander’s cupola making it the most produced variant of the Sherman. On January 9, 1945 the 43rd Infantry Division and the 716th Tank Battalion made an amphibious landing on Luzon. As they moved across the island the infantry encountered stiff opposition from the Japanese defenders and several times called upon the 716th Tank Battalion and its M4A3s to soften up the enemy. On January 17th "Classy Peg" and other M4A3s of the 716th “C” Company moved into the Cabaruan Hills and began to battle the Japanese. On January 20th they were called upon to use their tanks to retrieve the wounded that foot soldiers couldn’t reach. On January 28 1945 “C” Company of the 716th supported the infantry in a drive that ended the battle for the Cabaruan Hills. Throughout 1945 the 716th Tank Battalion was called upon by the 63rd and 20th Infantry to also assist them. Limited Edition of 500 pieces worldwide. Hobby Master 1:48 Ground Power Series The Hobby Master "1:48 Ground Power Series" presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles. Hobby Master "1:48 Ground Power Series" diecast vehicles feature: Diecast metal and plastic construction. Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull. Selected opening hatches. Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks on detailed non-rotating wheels. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. [See more Hobby Master 1:48 Ground Power Series products] M4 Sherman Tank [See more M4 Sherman Tank products]