Wargames Soldiers & Strategy issue Number 106

[H0ffmn]

Yesterday I went to my LHS, and picked up the new(in this area) issue of Wargames Soldiers & Strategy Number 106. On page 3, there is an ad for Rubicon Models, showing it's latest releases, AND a coming soon picture, of the M4A1 (75) Sherman!!






 One step closer to it's release!!

[jamesvalentine]

Aye spotted that too. Very excited

[Rubicon Models]

We know everyone is looking forward to seeing the M4A1 released.  Here is an update:

1) We will get the mould signed off (certified) after the factory resume operation after the Chinese New Year holiday.  Unfortunately, the holiday gets extended by the Chinese Government until Feb 10 because of the recent outbreak of the coronavirus.  Not sure if the date will be extended further.

2) We will start doing the pre-release procedures, such as box art, decal sheet, and assembly instruction; then the printing.

3) Once done we will start the first commercial run of the tanks.

4) Two product codes for the M4A1 as follow:

    280086  M4A1(75) Sherman - DV & SH (Direct Vision Port and Small Hatch) with 75mm Gun
    280087  M4A1(76) Sherman - LH (Large Hatch) with 76mm Gun

5) Together with the M4A1 will see the release of the M4A4 which share some common sprues with the M4A1:

    280088 M4A4 Sherman / Firefly VC

6) There is no set release date yet.


One step closer!

[H0ffmn]

WOW!!!! Thank you very much for the update, Rubicon!!
  I have a request. When you get to developing the decal sheet for the M4A1 (75) Sherman, please consider adding the Mailed Fist unit insignia of Company G and H of the 3rd Battalion 1st Armored Regiment 1st Armored Division which fought in Tunisia.

 And, if possible, could you add at least a couple of the different styles of blue drab registration numbers??
   

   Thanks again,
      H0ffmn