The Asuka 35-022 M4A1 Sherman with Hedgerow Cutter 1/35 is a unique plastic model kit representing the American M4A1 Sherman medium tank in its highly distinctive configuration with a hedgerow cutter, as fitted during the Normandy battles in 1944. The model is in the popular 1/35 scale, perfect for building detailed dioramas and displaying historical armored vehicles.

From June 1944, after the Allied landings in Normandy, Allied armored units encountered the exceptionally difficult terrain of the bocage—numerous, densely grown hedgerows separating the fields and roads. Sherman tanks often could not break through these obstacles. The solution proved to be the improvised hedgerow cutter, constructed by American engineers and mounted to the front hull plates. Thanks to this adaptation, Shermans could overcome even the thickest barriers, significantly contributing to Allied success during Operation Overlord. This model faithfully represents the silhouette of the M4A1 Sherman as used on the Western Fronts of World War II, primarily by American forces.

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: United States of America
• Period of use: World War II, Normandy campaign 1944
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene); assembly and painting required
• Box contents: full set of plastic parts, hedgerow cutter components, VVSS suspension, decals, extra equipment elements, instructions
• Details: authentic cast armor texture, 75 mm armament, finely reproduced external equipment
• Category: plastic model kit

Asuka Model (formerly Tasca) is a highly regarded manufacturer of 1/35 scale armor models, known for excellent mold quality and outstanding fit, which greatly increases build comfort. The Sherman with hedgerow cutter is an excellent choice for both advanced modelers interested in World War II subjects and intermediate hobbyists seeking to expand their collection with a historically significant vehicle.

We recommend this product to all military modeling enthusiasts and those wishing to create a diorama depicting the Allied landings in Normandy. The kit features a wealth of factory details, allowing for highly realistic finishing effects.

Building difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers.