{"product_id":"british-archer-self-propelled-anti-tank-gun-1-35-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"British Archer Self-Propelled Anti-Tank Gun 1:35 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of Britain's most innovative tank destroyers of the Second World War with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya British Archer Self-Propelled Anti-Tank Gun 1:35 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the Archer, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic surface detailing and authentic British Army markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for WWII armour enthusiasts, military vehicle collectors and diorama builders alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:35\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle: British Archer Self-Propelled Anti-Tank Gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed fighting compartment and suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic British Army decal options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArcher Self-Propelled Anti-Tank Gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was one of Britain's most distinctive armoured fighting vehicles of the Second World War. Developed in 1943, it was built on the reliable chassis of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValentine infantry tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and armed with the formidable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrdnance QF 17-pounder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one of the most powerful Allied anti-tank guns of the conflict.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Archer's most unusual feature was the rear-facing installation of its 17-pounder gun. Rather than firing over the front of the vehicle, the gun pointed towards the rear, allowing the crew to engage enemy armour and then drive away immediately without needing to turn the vehicle around. This unique arrangement made the Archer particularly effective in ambush tactics and defensive operations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its compact size, the Archer possessed exceptional firepower. The 17-pounder was capable of defeating heavily armoured German tanks, including the Panther and Tiger, at considerable ranges. Combined with the dependable Valentine chassis, the Archer proved both reliable and highly effective on the battlefield.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vehicle entered service in late 1944 and saw combat during the final stages of the war in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth-West Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, supporting British and Commonwealth forces as they advanced into Germany. Although produced in relatively small numbers, the Archer earned an excellent reputation among its crews for its firepower, reliability and tactical flexibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing the war, the Archer remained in British Army service for several years before eventually being replaced by more modern anti-tank vehicles. Today, it is remembered as one of the most ingenious self-propelled anti-tank guns of the Second World War and a remarkable example of British wartime engineering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60221318824270,"sku":"35356","price":46.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/35356_001.jpg?v=1785086508","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/british-archer-self-propelled-anti-tank-gun-1-35-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}