ACADEMY 13562 1/35 M4A2(75) "Pacific Theater"

The M4A2(75) was distinguished by its twin General Motors diesel engines, making it particularly suited for Marine Corps use, where logistical considerations favored diesel over gasoline. In the Pacific Theater, these Shermans were often modified in the field with improvised armor, stowage, and adaptations to cope with jungle warfare and entrenched Japanese defenses. From Tarawa to Okinawa, Marine tank crews relied on the M4A2’s reliability and firepower to support infantry in some of the most challenging combat environments of World War II.

Academy’s 1/35 scale kit captures these characteristics with crisp molding and well-rendered surface detail, including accurate hull contours and turret features appropriate to the 75mm-armed variant. The “Pacific Theater” configuration provides the modeler with the opportunity to depict field-applied stowage and weathering, from heavy mud and corrosion to the faded, worn finishes typical of tropical service. The kit’s engineering supports a clean build while leaving ample room for super-detailing and personalization.