British M-4 Sherman Kangaroo

Sherman Kangaroo conversions removed the tank’s main fighting installation to create armored troop carriers. They formed part of a wider Commonwealth effort to carry infantry through defended ground under armor. The Kangaroo name covered conversions from more than one vehicle family, so a Sherman-based carrier must be distinguished from the Priest and Canadian Ram versions. Protected troop transport helped preserve infantry strength during the dangerous approach to a defended objective. Once dismounted, those troops still had to clear and hold the ground. The Sherman Kangaroo consequently belongs to a cooperative armored-infantry method, rather than a belief that converting a tank hull eliminated the need for ordinary infantry tactics.

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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