Tamiya 35359 M4A3E8 Sherman Easy Eight Korean War 1/35

Tamiya 35359 M4A3E8 Sherman Easy Eight Korean War 1/35 is a top-class plastic tank model kit representing the famous American medium tank Sherman variant from the Korean War. Released by the renowned Japanese company Tamiya, this set is designed for modelers seeking detail, historical authenticity, and the satisfaction of the building process.

• Scale: 1/35 – allows for the reproduction of fine details while maintaining a practical model size.
• Country of use: United States, also supplied to UN forces during the Korean War.
• Service period: World War II (final months) and the Korean War (1950-1953).
• Material: High-quality, precisely molded plastic. The set includes clear plastic parts (e.g., periscopes), polycaps for moving parts, and segmented tracks for realistic assembly.
• Box contents: Painting and marking guides for various Korean War variants, a commander figure with accurately recreated uniform, decals with emblems and numbers, and realistic surface textures.
• Category: Plastic model kit of a Korean War period tank.
• Brief historical description: The Sherman M4A3E8, known as "Easy Eight", was an upgrade to the popular M4 Sherman tank. Equipped with HVSS suspension and a new 76 mm gun, it featured enhanced protection and maneuverability. During the Korean War, these tanks played a key role in early offensives and defensive actions, serving in American and allied armored units.
• Difficulty level: 3/5 – recommended for experienced modelers and ambitious intermediates due to the number of details and optional moving parts.
• Recommendation: Tamiya 35359 is an excellent choice for military history enthusiasts, armored vehicle model collectors, and all who appreciate faithfully recreated replicas of famous combat vehicles. It guarantees many hours of work and a spectacular finished effect on a diorama or collector’s shelf.

The kit does not include glue or paints – these are available separately. It offers excellent customization and weathering opportunities according to the chosen paint scheme.