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Flames of War - M4A1 (76mm) Sherman Platoon

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Flames of War - M4A1 (76mm) Sherman Platoon

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Description

The first tanks the US landed in Normandy were the 75mm armed models of the M4 Sherman tank. It was quickly realised that against the Panthers and Tigers something with more hitting power would be needed. The up-gunned M4A1 (76mm) Sherman was rapidly shipped to France.

These tanks arrived in time to take part in Operation Cobra with the 2nd “Hell On Wheels” and 3rd “Spearhead” Armored Divisions in the last week of July 1944. They were issued at a rate of one platoon per Tank Company. The offensive saw the Allied armies break out of their initial beachhead in Normandy and advance further into France.

These first M4A1 (76mm) Shermans had an early model 76mm turret based on that from the T23 medium tank prototype. This turret had two round hatches, a commanders and loaders.

In Flames Of War

Like they did historically, before September 1944, you can only have the one M4A1 (76mm) armed Tank Platoon in your US Tank Company (p. 91, Festung Europa).

So put them to good use! Their key advantages over the standard Sherman are the Protected Ammo (immediate Motivation test to remount if Bailed-out) and the excellent M1 76mm gun. The 76mm gun has a Range of 32”/80cm, ROF 2, AT 12 and FP 3+.

The hull also had increased armour protection due the thickening of the front armour, Front armour 7, Side armour 4, Top armour 1. Like all US Shermans it can take advantage of its Stabiliser to allow it to keep up a high rate of fire on the move. Additional armament consists of a co-ax MG and a Hull MG. For anti-aircraft protection it also has a roof-mounted .50cal AA MG.

  • Deployment L: Can be deployed at the late stage of war

About Flames of War:

Flames of War is a tactical miniature wargame produced by Battlefront Miniatures.

Re-create the tension and excitement of real battles using a vast array of elements including infantry, tanks, artillery, terrain and aircraft.

The models are intensely researched by the Flames of War team and they are committed to producing the most detailed range of WWII models available. The models are made from either polyester resin or cast metal to give both robustness and sharp details.

Flames of War is popular with WWII experts and novices alike as the Flames of War rulebook gives all the information you need to enjoy the game, from assembly and painting instructions to historical background information, game rules and scenarios.

There are many scenarios you can follow, whether it’s an all-out battle or highly tactical objective taking missions. You can battle it out against a single opponent or team up with friends to form groups.

Release date NZ
November 1st, 2012
Manufacturer code:
UBX05
Box Dimensions (mm)
215x150x40
UPC
9420020209282
Product ID
21000473

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