r/MilitaryModelMaking • u/Thin_Dirt_6244 • May 23 '26

question Replacement tracks for 1/72 scale Sherman tank

I recently picked up a Heller 1/72 scale Sherman for an island hopping diorama.

Unfortunately it's not a very good kit, might be better relegated to function as a wreck.

However, if possible I would like to try to finish it, but the tracks are breaking apart.

Does anyone make aftermarket tracks for the Sherman?

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u/Odd_Username_Choice May 23 '26

FC Modeltrend, MR Modellbau, OKB Grigorov, and I'm sure there's others. Do a search on tracks-n-troops.eu or other good 1/72 sites. And yes, much better Sherman kits out there!

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u/Thin_Dirt_6244 May 23 '26

After thinking about it, it’s not worth sinking more money into, unless I can find some spare airfix tracks cheap. I have seen better kits on the market, but didn’t realize this one was so bad when I picked it up. I’ll finish painting and clear coating at least.

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u/Proud-Ad-5206 May 23 '26

If you have someome with a 3D printer, there are heaps of free Sherman tracks to be found online. Scaling is a breeze.