{"product_id":"76935-heavy-hobby-pt35055-wwii-us-army-sherman-extended-end-connectors-duck-bill-135","title":"Heavy Hobby PT35055 Connecteurs d'extrémité allongés pour char Sherman de l'armée américaine de la Seconde Guerre mondiale, bec de canard, échelle 1\/35","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHeavy Hobby PT35055 WWII US Army Sherman Extended End Connectors Duck-bill 1\/35 – Resin Tracks for Sherman Tank Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Heavy Hobby PT35055 set is a high-quality offering for modelers seeking the most realistic appearance for their M4 Sherman tank models. The set is dedicated to \u003cstrong\u003e1\/35 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e models, making it compatible with most popular American Sherman plastic model kits available on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgraded resin track set for 1\/35 scale models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd-ons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precise duck-bill type castings (extended track end connectors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/35\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States of America\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Extended End Connectors tracks, also known as “duck-bill”, were widely used on American Sherman tanks during World War II. Their distinctive extended ends were designed to improve ground pressure and the tank’s mobility on muddy terrain in Western Europe, especially during operations such as the Normandy landings and the Battle of the Bulge (1944-1945). These tracks are a key detail for accurately representing late-war tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Heavy Hobby PT35055 set includes highly detailed resin parts, allowing you to replace the simplified versions found in standard plastic kits. Assembly is done by carefully gluing the parts, ensuring accurate scale reproduction and high durability. The level of detail provided by these tracks allows for precise depiction of wear and tear—subtleties like cracks, scuffing, or weathering become even more realistic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e We highly recommend this product for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking authentic upgrades for their Shermans. This set is also aimed at those entering modeling competitions, where every historical detail and level of realism matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/5. Experience working with resin and basic precise assembly skills are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Heavy Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54757038195022,"sku":"HEAVYHPT35055","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/9b123c7e2ff48d28bbcdf49a2a3a375e.png?v=1756216395","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/76935-heavy-hobby-pt35055-wwii-us-army-sherman-extended-end-connectors-duck-bill-135","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}