{"product_id":"80361-hobby-2000-35008-sherman-vc-firefly-polish-1st-armoured-division-rye-field-mode-pl","title":"Hobby 2000 35008 Sherman Vc 'Firefly' Polish 1st Armored Division (Rye Field Models + Cartograf) 1\/35","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby 2000 35008 Sherman Vc 'Firefly' Polish 1st Armoured Division (Rye Field Models + Cartograf) 1\/35\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly detailed plastic scale model kit designed for military and historical modeling enthusiasts. In 1\/35 scale, it accurately recreates the legendary British Sherman Vc Firefly tank, distinguished by its powerful 17-pounder long-barreled gun, which significantly increased its combat capabilities against German armored vehicles during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Background and Usage Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale: \u003c\/strong\u003e1\/35\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser countries: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnited Kingdom, Poland (1st Armoured Division under General Stanisław Maczek)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period: \u003c\/strong\u003eWorld War II (1944-1945)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre of operations: \u003c\/strong\u003eWestern Front; including the Normandy campaign, liberation of France, Belgium, and the Netherlands by the 1st Armoured Division.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Sherman Vc Firefly was a key combat asset that enabled Allied forces to effectively counter German Tiger and Panther tanks. Models of this vehicle in the Polish 1st Armoured Division's markings allow for the authentic recreation of Polish combat scenes on the Western Front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Kit Contents and Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eplastic (high-quality sprues from Rye Field Models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecals: \u003c\/strong\u003eprofessional Cartograf decals with authentic 1st Armoured Division insignia\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras: \u003c\/strong\u003edetailed components, realistically rendered surfaces, accurate hull tub and turret, precise equipment details\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions: \u003c\/strong\u003efull, clear pictorial manual guiding you step by step through the build process\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis model is designed primarily for intermediate and advanced modelers interested in Allied vehicles and the Polish contribution to World War II. Thanks to the combination of Rye Field Models' finest details and Cartograf's outstanding decal quality, this product is also perfect as a contest project or an extensive diorama centerpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Difficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\/5 – the model contains numerous small parts, requiring precision and experience, especially for decal application. The kit allows for an exceptionally authentic final effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe recommend this set to all fans of Polish military history, modelers building Allied vehicles, and collectors who value maximum detail and historical accuracy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby 2000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54763449221454,"sku":"H2K35008","price":52.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/a4216d98f41e75665f038738d5ec1ce4.jpg?v=1756365610","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/80361-hobby-2000-35008-sherman-vc-firefly-polish-1st-armoured-division-rye-field-mode-pl","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}