This 1/35 scale Sherman tank workable tracks T54E1 type with EECs ''duckbills'' set is a high-detail resin tracks set designed for scale model kits. This set has been tested with Tamiya, MENG, Dragon, Asuka, TAKOM, Miniart and RFM model kits, these workable resin tracks provide realistic sag, accurate track links and authentic appearance for 1/35 AFV and military vehicle models.
This high quality resin printed track set delivers unmatched precision and value. Perfect for modelers and military vehicle enthusiasts seeking realistic detail without a premium price tag.
Product Features:
- 1/35 scale Sherman tank workable tracks T54E1 type with ECCs "duckbills"
- Resin printed track links with realistic movement
- Suitable for AFV and military vehicle scale models
- Tested with Tamiya, MENG, Dragon, Asuka, TAKOM, Miniart and RFM model kits
- Ideal upgrade for 1/35 tank model builders
- No glue is required
Why Choose This Set:
- Premium resin print, crisp detail, minimal flash
- Workable design, tracks fold realistically once assembled
- Ready to paint
- UK based seller, dispatch next working day, reliable delivery
This set contains
- 200 track links
- 200 connectors
- 200 ''duckbills'
Duckbills (extended end connectors) — often shortened to EECs — are a well-known track modification, especially on the M4 Sherman.
What “Duckbills” / EECs Are
- EEC = Extended End Connector
- They are bolt-on extensions fitted to the outer edge of a tank’s track links
- Nicknamed “duckbills” because they stick out like a duck’s bill
Purpose
- Main goal: reduce ground pressure
- They widen the track footprint without replacing the whole track
Result:
How They Work
- Standard Sherman tracks were relatively narrow
- EECs added extra width (roughly 4–5 inches per side)
- This spreads the tank’s weight over a larger area
Why They Were Needed
- Early Shermans could:
- Sink into soft ground
- Struggle in muddy conditions (like Northwest Europe)
- Duckbills helped prevent:
- Bogging down
- Loss of traction
Installation & Use
- Field-installable — crews could bolt them on
- Not always fitted to every tank
- Could be:
- Added before difficult terrain
- Removed if not needed
Drawbacks
- Could:
- Loosen or fall off in rough use
- Increase stress on track connectors
- Made the tank wider, which:
- Could be an issue in tight spaces or transport
Operational Use
- Widely used in:
- Normandy and Northwest Europe
- Pacific theatre (soft ground conditions)
- Became a common field modification rather than a factory standard at first
Summary
- Duckbills (EECs) = simple but effective upgrade
- Key benefit: better flotation and traction
- One of the easiest ways to improve Sherman mobility without redesigning the tank