280042 - M4A3 / M4A3E8 Sherman Soviet The main improvements were a

The main improvements were a revised hull with larger hatches

a second major version began production

Product Code: 283001

a relatively powerful engine

18 inches) wide

280042 - M4A3 / M4A3E8 Sherman Soviet The main improvements were aThe M4A3, powered by the excellent Ford GAA V8 engine, was the US Armys preferred Sherman variant. It began to replace other Sherman types in US Army service in 1944. In late 1943, the M4A3 underwent a major overhaul as part of a program to improve the Sherman design and rationalise production. The main improvements were a revised hull with larger hatches, redesigned ammunition stowage to reduce the likelihood of the tank burning when penetrated, and