{"product_id":"sherman-firefly-ic-sand-shields","title":"Sherman Firefly IC (sand shields)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-turn-start-message=\"true\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-thinking\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"c86339bb-5938-4b68-a471-eeab690a3031\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"329\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eSherman Firefly IC (sand shields) miniature, representing the British-modified Sherman tank armed with the powerful 17-pounder anti-tank gun and fitted with protective sand shields during World War II. Based on the M4 Sherman hull, the Firefly IC combined the reliable Sherman platform with greatly improved anti-armor firepower.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"683\" data-start=\"331\"\u003eThis version features sand shields mounted along the lower hull and track areas, helping reduce the buildup of sand, mud, and debris around the suspension and running gear. The 17-pounder gun gave the Firefly the ability to engage heavily armored German tanks at longer ranges, making it one of the most important Allied Sherman conversions of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"933\" data-start=\"685\"\u003eUsed by British, Canadian, Polish, and other Commonwealth forces, the Sherman Firefly IC (sand shields) is perfect for WWII dioramas, late-war wargaming forces, Normandy campaign scenes, or historical armored vehicle collections in multiple scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"840\" data-start=\"634\"\u003ePlease note: This model comes in two pieces. The turret is a separate piece and can rotate, allowing you to position it as desired for display, dioramas, or wargaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a fully assembled miniature model that requires no additional gluing or kit assembly. It arrives ready for use, featuring intricate details and precision modeling. It's printed as one unit and comes in the box ready for immediate use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis fully assembled model is suitable for use in miniature wargaming, scale model railroads, miniature scenes or dioramas, as well as for model display purposes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProudly made and shipped from a small family business based in Washington State, United States.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders of $100 or more automatically receive FREE shipping at checkout within the United States.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a fully assembled model with no kit assembly required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"United Kingdom","offers":[{"title":"1:144 \"12mm\" scale Assembled","offer_id":45055003820240,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1:100 \"15mm\" scale Assembled","offer_id":45055003853008,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1:87 \"HO\" scale Assembled","offer_id":45055003885776,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1:76 \"OO\" scale Assembled","offer_id":45055003918544,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1:72 \"20mm\" scale Assembled","offer_id":45055003951312,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1:64 \"Diecast\" scale Assembled","offer_id":45055003984080,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1:56 \"28mm\" scale Assembled","offer_id":45055004016848,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/9240\/4176\/files\/2_5db43a13-d86a-471a-b821-91f8a1f1a9ce.jpg?v=1782851354","url":"https:\/\/miniaturetanks.com\/en-ca\/products\/sherman-firefly-ic-sand-shields","provider":"Miniature Tanks Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}