M4A3 "Sherman Crab"

  Unit Properties in Men of War General Information
 * Nation:     United States
 * Category:   Tanks
 * Class:      Medium tank
 * Role:       Mine Remover
 * Primary Armament: *Primary Weapon: Machine-gun .30 call M1919
 * Armor:     51-38mm
 * Crew:       2


 * MP price:   13
 * Speed:      18
 * Fuel:       ?

Once anti-tank mines are introduced in the second world war, tank commanders demanded a vehicle that could sweep a "path" through minefields quickly. Since the Sherman was the workhorse in the American and British army the Sherman crab was introduced. The Sherman tank modification was built in 1942 for clearing the minefields with a special mine flail. The engine-powered, spinning rotor was mounted in front of the vehicle of two arms. The rotor had steel chains with balls attached to it. The rotation caused the chains to hit the ground, exploding all mines in front of the vehicle. The turrets of these tanks was often removed, and they were left with only a machine gun for defense.

In game
Great for removing mines, but does not have the armor to withstand a direct 75mm shell from a Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. G and above (including PAK-40). Its .30 call gives some protecting but is not sufficient to enemy infantry.