Matilda Mk. III / IV - British Infantry Tank. Mk. IIA - 1/48

Matilda Mk. III / IV - British Infantry Tank. Mk. IIA

1/48 scale plastic model kit of the british infatry Tank Mk. IIA - Matilda Mk. III / IV.

About the Model:
- 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit
- Length: 127mm.
- Turret and hull feature a realistic cast metal surface texture.
- Metal chassis weights included.
- Assembly-type tracks offer easy assembly and realistic sag effect.
- 1 Commander figure included (Toros-figure)
- Markings for three Versions:
  42nd Royal Tank Regmient, 42nd Army Tank Brigade, North Africa 1941
  32nd Army Tank Brigade, Libya 1941
  49th Royal Tank Regiment, 35th Army Tank Brigade, England 1942

History:
The Matilda was developed as a heavily armored infantry tank and was one of the British Army's main tanks in North Africa during WWII. The Matilda swept aside opposing Italian tanks and was respectfully called the "Queen of the Desert" by German forces. During Operation Battle axe to lift the siege of Tobruk in June 1941, German forces famously used their 88mm AA guns in the anti-tank role as they were the only effective counter against Matildas.