GaelHobbies feature the 1/35 Lanmo Model WWII US Army Sherman Tank M1A1 Dozer Blade (HVSS) #LM-35005

• It’s a 1:35-scale model kit from brand LANMO Model with reference number LM35005.

• The kit represents a WWII-era U.S. M4 Sherman medium tank equipped with a dozer blade — the “M1A1” variant.

• The suspension type is HVSS (Horizontal Volute Spring Suspension), not the earlier VVSS — meaning this model reflects a later production/upgrade version of the Sherman, giving the tank a wider track and more realistic “late-war” stance.

📦 What you get & kit details

• The kit is unassembled and unpainted — you will need glue, paints, and possibly extra detail parts (optional) to complete it.

• Materials are typically plastic/resin (common for LANMO).

• It’s a “detail-up / conversion set” style kit: the dozer blade is meant to be added to a base Sherman tank model, so it’s likely the kit does not include a full tank hull, turret, or tracks — just the dozer blade assembly and related parts to convert an existing HVSS-suspension Sherman into the dozer-equipped variant.

• Because of that, you’ll need a compatible 1:35 HVSS-suspension Sherman kit (or a parent kit) to fully build the model.

⚙️ What it represents historically & modeling significance

• The dozer blade upgrade (M1A1) was used on Shermans for battlefield engineering — clearing obstacles, earth, debris, fortifications. Including a dozer blade adds realism and historical fidelity to dioramas or wargame-style builds.

• The HVSS suspension is a “late-production style”: wider tracks, improved ground pressure and stability — better suited for rough terrain. Using HVSS instead of the older VVSS improves accuracy for late-war / post-war Sherman variants.

🎯 Who this kit is good for

• Experienced modelers — because this is a conversion/detail-up kit, not a full “tank-in-a-box.” You need an existing HVSS-Sherman kit (or adaptation skills), painting, weathering, and some scratch-mod skills.

• Historical modellers / diorama builders — perfect if you’re aiming for realism: battlefield scenes, engineering-tank display, or alternate-history builds.

• Collectors who like detail — adding a dozer blade makes the Sherman stand out from typical builds, giving it a more rugged, utilitarian or “in-action” look.

Builder Note:

⚙️ What VVSS vs HVSS means (real suspension systems)

• VVSS (Vertical Volute Spring Suspension):

  • Uses volute springs mounted vertically inside the bogie/suspension box.

  • This was the original standard suspension type for many WWII-era US tanks (like early Shermans).

  • Because the track and wheels are narrower and the suspension travel is more limited, performance on soft terrain (mud, sand) and overall ride smoothness is inferior compared to HVSS.

  • On a model kit: a VVSS-based kit will usually have narrower tracks and the older-style bogie shape, reflecting early-war vehicles.

• HVSS (Horizontal Volute Spring Suspension):

  • Uses volute springs mounted horizontally between pairs of road-wheel arms (bogies).

  • Often includes shock absorbers and a wider track (e.g. 23 inch wide track vs narrower on VVSS) — designed to improve ground pressure distribution, stability, and comfort over rough terrain.

  • Because of the improved ride and better flotation, HVSS became the preferred suspension on later versions of American medium tanks.

  • On a model kit: HVSS-based kits tend to feature wider tracks, different bogie shapes, and often represent later production tanks or upgraded variants.

🧱 What that means for a modeling kit (like the Lanmo blade kit or tank model)

• If your kit uses VVSS, the finished model will resemble an earlier-war tank version — narrower track, simpler bogie, historically appropriate for certain variants.

• If your kit uses HVSS, the model will have the later-war (or post-war) style — wider track, more stable stance, and a more “modernized” look matching upgraded tanks.

• For accuracy: you should choose based on which historical version of the tank you’re building. Don’t assume HVSS is “better model” — it’s just historically different.

✅ In short: VVSS vs HVSS is a historical & mechanical difference

• VVSS = earlier suspension, narrower track, less robust ground handling.

• HVSS = upgraded suspension, wider track, better terrain performance & ride quality