M4 Sherman Firefly (UK version

The Sherman Firefly was a British adaptation of the American M4 tank family to carry the powerful 17-pounder anti-tank gun. The conversion required changes to the turret installation and internal arrangements. Fireflies served alongside other Shermans in British and Commonwealth formations in northwestern Europe, giving them a stronger answer to heavily armored German tanks. Different Sherman chassis were converted, so the name does not identify one single original American production model. The gun’s length and recoil required substantial installation changes, and the radio was moved into an armored box behind the turret. Fireflies appeared in Normandy in 1944. British and Canadian formations distributed them among ordinary Sherman troops rather than replacing every tank with the conversion.

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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