A01318V Infantry Tank Mk.II Matilda Model Kit

Product Info

This Vintage Classics model kit, at a 1:76 scale, includes 65 plastic components to assemble the Infantry Tank Mk.II Matilda. This robust British infantry tank was crafted to aid troop advances on enemy strongholds. In the early phases of the Second World War, the Matilda excelled in this capacity, earning the title 'Queen of the Desert' in the Western Desert campaigns. The kit provides two genuine paint options and is a fulfilling Skill Level 2 project, ideal for hobbyists aged 8 and older.

Key Features

• 65 plastic components to construct a detailed 1:76 scale Matilda tank
• Two genuine paint options reflecting different operational eras
• Skill Level 2 project suitable for hobbyists aged 8 and older
• Vintage Classics version of this notable British infantry tank
• Emphasises the unique design of the Second World War's 'Queen of the Desert'

History

The Matilda, often overlooked among Second World War tanks, was a formidable British infantry tank designed to bolster troop assaults on enemy positions. It demonstrated remarkable effectiveness in early wartime operations. In the Western Desert, it became a formidable opponent for the Italian Army, earning the moniker 'Queen of the Desert'. You can now assemble your own 'Queen of the Desert' with this 1:76 scale Vintage Classics model kit.