Description
1/48 Cromwell Mk IV
BRITISH CROMWELL TANK
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DESCRIPTION
One of the most successful tanks fielded by the British in WWII, the Cromwell compared
favorably with tanks of similar weight such as the Sherman and Panzer IV. Most were armed
with the 75mm Q.F. Mk.V/VA, which was based on the 6 Pdr. but chambered to fire American
ammunition. This was a very good dual-purpose gun, able to destroy enemy anti-tank guns at
long range, or penetrate the frontal armor of a Panzer IV at normal battle ranges. However it
was less effective against German heavy tanks. The Cromwell first saw action during the
Normandy campaign, where it was at a disadvantage as it could not use its superior speed
and agility, but this changed after the fighting moved to open country. Cromwell tanks made
some spectacular advances in their pursuit of the Germans across Northern France, Belgium
and Holland. The Cromwell served again in Korea and was finally retired in the late 1950″s.- Compact and detailed 1/48 assembly kit of the British Cromwell Mk.IV cruiser tank
- Tanks Spartan style has been reproduced down to the finest detail including large rivets on turret and its perpendicular hull armor
- Shape of large diameter wheels, that allowed high speed running, are also faithfully depicted
- Kit features optional rear cowling that prevented exhaust gas from getting into driver”s compartment
- Diecast chassis for added weight and realism.
- Tank treads are assembly type, with straight upper and lower treads made of single piece for easy assembly
- Choice of 3 types of markings (planned)
