Special Topics

There are a great many aspects of the Sherman tank design, development, deployment, operation, and certainly appearance, that warrant special attention when modeling. This page will be updated fairly regularly with new articles on special topics regarding 1/72nd scale Sherman modeling.

Sherman Turret Lists and Comparisons

Hull Construction (Cast, Welded, Composite)

105mm Gun Mounts

Hull Shape (56° vs. 47°)

Hull Bottoms

Nose Pieces (Final Drive Housing)

VVSS Suspension

HVSS Suspension

Korean War Shermans

Markings for 1/72nd Scale Sherman Models

Summary of Model Kit Manufacturers