1/35 scale assembly kit of the Challenger 1 Mk3 MBT. The British FV4030/4 Challenger 1, was the main battle tank (MBT) of the British Army from 1983 to the mid 1990s, when it was superseded by the Challenger 2. 180 Challenger tanks were deployed to Saudi Arabia for Operation Granby, the UK operation in the Persian Gulf War. Challengers were also used by the British Army in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Operation Joint Guardian, the NATO-led drive into Kosovo.

This kit faithfully reproduces the appearance of the Mk 3 at the time of the Gulf War with Reactive Armor body armor and composite front and sides. Can also be assembled in specification for NATO troops stationed in Europe. Complete with Commander figure in Gulf War dress with a face scarf for dust. Alternatively there's a NATO military specifications winter body option wearing warm clothes.

• Tamiya 35154 – Military Miniature Series #154, GB Challenger 1 Mk3 Main Battle Tank
• 1:35 scale, 338mm length
• Includes two commander figures (one in winter dress and the other in desert garb).
• This plastic kitset requires assembly, paint and glue to complete.

Suggested Paint Colors (not included):
X-10 – Gun Metal
X-11 – Chrome Silver
X-18 – Semi Gloss Black
X-2 – White
X-23 – Clear Blue
X-3 – Royal Blue
X-6 – Orange
X-7 – Red
XF-1 – Flat Black
XF-10 – Flat Brown
XF-15 – Flat Flesh
XF-5 – Flat Green
XF-51 – Khaki Drab
XF-52 – Flat Earth
XF-57 – Buff
XF-59 – Desert Yellow
XF-61 – Dark Green

Great Britain has a long and interesting history of armored vehicle use and development. In fact they coined the term “TANK” for such weapons, and are known as well, for their superb designs. Their latest version of the Challenger Main Battle Tank is regarded as on of the most advanced armored fighting vehicles in service in the world today. Modern technology has enabled several outstanding improvements in its firepower, crew protection, and mobility, to meet the demands of today's battle conditions.
The Challenger demonstrated and proved its combat worth during the recent Gulf Conflict. In addition to painting the tank with an overall sand color, many modifications for desert operations were accomplished, including an improved cooling system; better air cleaners; a reinforced transmission; extra side skirts from Chobham armor for added protection, plus bolt-on Reactive armor applied to the frontal area; an additional 200 liters of fuel was carried in external tanks mounted on the rear of the tan, which greatly extended its range; extra external stowage bins; and the use of maintenance free batteries.

Despite operations in the harsh desert environment, the Challengers maintained an outstanding “in service” and availability figure that exceeded 90%. This achievement, along with its accurate and heavy firepower, pointed to the Challenger as being one of the best main battle tanks used during the Conflict.