M4 Sherman DD

The Sherman DD, or Duplex Drive, combined a collapsible flotation screen with propellers and other equipment allowing a tank to swim from a landing craft toward shore. Developed for amphibious assaults, it became especially associated with the Normandy landings in June 1944. Results varied sharply with sea conditions, launch distance, training, and local circumstances. The equipment did not make a Sherman an unrestricted sea-going vehicle. Its tactical purpose was to bring tank support onto an invasion beach without depending entirely on direct landing-craft delivery. Some swimming tanks were lost before reaching shore, while others landed successfully and supported infantry. These differing experiences are essential to the historical assessment of the DD system.

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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