M4A1 Sherman - Derby

This is Formations Models M4A1 with Applique Armor conversion kit for Italeri's M4A1 Sherman (Kit #225). The miniature represents "Derby", 67th Tank Battalion, as it appeared in mid-July, 1944 in Normandy. The model's markings are based on the photos of the tank taken that day, printed in Concord Publications references.

The model was built pretty much as suggested by the conversion, except for some small details particular to "Derby" like reversing the right-side Grouser Box Cover, Grab Handles on the Turret sides made with solder, Stowage Rack on the Turret rear made with foil and solder, and the improvised stowage platform on the Engine Deck made up of a discarded Pallet.

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