M4 Sherman Crocodile

The Sherman Crocodile was a specialized flame-throwing adaptation of the American medium tank, drawing on the British Crocodile system’s concept of a towed fuel trailer and projected flame weapon. The Sherman-based adaptation remained far less common than the Churchill Crocodile, whose more extensive production and service made it the better-known British armored flamethrower system. The conversion belongs to Allied efforts to attack fortified positions with protected flame weapons. Integrating flamethrower equipment with a Sherman required specialized fittings and fuel arrangements, adding a close-assault role to a tank family otherwise best known for conventional gun armament. Flame weapons required a reliable fuel supply and close coordination with supporting troops. A specialized conversion’s rarity also affected training, spare parts, and the units that could use it effectively.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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