I Love Kit Plastic Model Kit
US Army M4A3E8 Thunderbolt VII Medium Tank (1/16) 61621
The I Love Kit 1/16 M4A3E8 Thunderbolt VII recreates the famous Sherman variant commanded by Creighton Abrams during the latter stages of the Second World War. This large-scale model captures the distinctive features of the “Easy Eight,” including its improved suspension system, welded hull construction, and distinctive field-applied armour. The kit features a wealth of fine detail, with a full interior and working suspension elements to provide an authentic build experience.
- Highly detailed 1/16 scale kit of the M4A3E8 Thunderbolt VII
- Full interior with crew compartments, engine, and fighting area
- Accurate turret, gun mantlet, and welded hull details
- Realistic suspension and track assembly
- Large-scale kit ideal as a display centrepiece
- Clear instructions included
This model offers modellers the chance to build one of the most iconic US tanks of World War II in a strikingly large scale. With its intricate interior and exterior detail, it is both a technical challenge and a showcase piece.
History
The M4A3E8 Sherman, popularly known as the “Easy Eight,” was a late-war development of America’s most produced medium tank. Equipped with the Horizontal Volute Spring Suspension (HVSS), wider tracks, and a high-velocity 76mm gun, it represented a significant improvement in mobility and firepower. One of the most famous examples was “Thunderbolt VII,” commanded by Colonel Creighton Abrams of the 37th Tank Battalion, 4th Armored Division. Abrams’ tank became legendary for its effectiveness during the European campaigns of 1944–45, reflecting the adaptability and reliability of the Sherman platform. The Thunderbolt series of tanks bore distinctive markings and improvised armour, further distinguishing them in combat. Today, Thunderbolt VII remains a symbol of American armoured strength and leadership during WWII.
