{"product_id":"british-challenger-ii-1-35-model-kit-by-trumpeter","title":"British Challenger II 1:35 Model Kit by Trumpeter","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:35 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAccurately represents the British \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChallenger II Main Battle Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the modern armoured vehicle that has formed the backbone of the British Army’s armoured forces since the late 1990s\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed representation of the production Challenger 2 fitted with the distinctive angular turret and advanced armour protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly detailed hull and turret featuring realistic armour panels, weld lines, surface textures, and vehicle fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAccurately reproduced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e120mm L30A1 rifled main gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with detailed barrel and mantlet assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed turret including commander’s cupola, machine gun mounts, sights, and smoke grenade launchers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed engine deck with cooling grills, access panels, and rear hull fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes realistic suspension system with detailed road wheels, drive sprockets, and idler wheels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed track assemblies for realistic positioning and display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes external equipment including storage bins, fuel cans, tools, and tow cables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoto-etched parts included for enhanced scale realism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear parts included for optical equipment and lights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaterslide decal sheet featuring authentic British Army markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision-moulded parts suitable for detailed painting and weathering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for modern British armour collections, Gulf War displays, or contemporary military diorama projects. (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eturn0search1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Trumpeter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1:35\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e British Challenger II Main Battle Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for intermediate modellers\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint \u0026amp; Glue Required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes (sold separately)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14+\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 00308\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Main Battle Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrew:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain Armament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 120mm L30A1 rifled tank gun\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecondary Armament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.62mm machine guns\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 400+ parts\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrack Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Track assemblies included\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoto-Etched Parts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Included\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 333mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 102mm (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"turn0search3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eturn0search1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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 sprues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed upper and lower hull components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChallenger 2 turret assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e120mm L30A1 main gun components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuspension and running gear parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrack assemblies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine deck and rear hull components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExternal vehicle equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoto-etched detail parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaterslide decal sheet with British Army markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"turn0search3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eturn0search1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChallenger 2 Main Battle Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the primary armoured fighting vehicle developed for the British Army to replace the earlier \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChallenger 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and provide a highly protected, accurate, and reliable main battle tank for modern warfare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevelopment of the Challenger 2 began during the late 1980s, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVickers Defence Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designing a new tank based on experience gained from the Challenger 1 programme. Although it shares a similar appearance with its predecessor, the Challenger 2 introduced a completely redesigned turret, improved armour protection, upgraded fire-control systems, and numerous reliability improvements. (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"turn0search4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eturn0search3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Challenger 2 entered British Army service in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1998\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and became one of the most advanced tanks in NATO service. The vehicle was designed around survivability, accuracy, and crew protection, with its advanced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChobham-derived Dorchester armour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e providing exceptional protection against battlefield threats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts primary weapon is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e120mm L30A1 rifled tank gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a unique feature among modern Western tanks. Unlike most NATO tanks that adopted smoothbore guns, the Challenger 2 retained a rifled weapon capable of firing a range of ammunition types, including armour-piercing fin-stabilised discarding sabot (APFSDS) rounds and high-explosive ammunition. (\u003cspan data-placeholder-token=\"true\" class=\"text-token-text-primary cursor-text rounded-sm\"\u003e[turn0search3]\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerkins CV12 diesel engine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, producing approximately 1,200 horsepower, the Challenger 2 combines strong mobility with excellent battlefield endurance. Its advanced suspension system allows the vehicle to operate effectively across difficult terrain while maintaining firing stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Challenger 2 has seen operational service during major British military deployments, most notably during \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperation Telic in Iraq in 2003\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. During the conflict, Challenger 2 tanks provided armoured support for coalition forces and demonstrated the effectiveness of their protection systems in combat conditions. (\u003cspan data-placeholder-token=\"true\" class=\"text-token-text-primary cursor-text rounded-sm\"\u003e[turn0search4]\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the Challenger 2’s most notable characteristics is its emphasis on crew survivability. The tank features advanced armour protection, ammunition storage designed to reduce the risk of catastrophic failure, and modern fire-control technology allowing accurate engagement of targets in day and night conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vehicle has undergone several upgrade programmes throughout its service life, including improvements to armour, electronics, communications, and battlefield systems. These upgrades have allowed the Challenger 2 to remain relevant despite advances in armoured warfare technology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough produced in smaller numbers than some other NATO main battle tanks, the Challenger 2 has gained a strong reputation for reliability, protection, and accuracy. Its performance in Iraq demonstrated the advantages of its heavily protected design and capable weapon system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Challenger 2 remains an important symbol of British armoured capability and continues to serve with the British Army alongside ongoing modernisation efforts. For modellers, it offers a distinctive modern armour subject with its unique turret design, large rifled gun, and unmistakable British military appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevelopment Period:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Late 1980s – 1990s\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntered Service:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1998\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRole:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Main Battle Tank\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vickers Defence Systems \/ BAE Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrew:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perkins CV12 diesel engine\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Armament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 120mm L30A1 rifled tank gun\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecondary Armament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7.62mm L94A1 chain gun and 7.62mm machine gun\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Speed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 59 km\/h (37 mph)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRange:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 450 km\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an unassembled plastic model kit. Paint, glue, and modelling tools are not included. Recommended for ages 14 and over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60093943873870,"sku":"TRU00308","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/FullSizeRender_64625792-f0d0-48d7-94aa-b0b8ccc826ec.heic?v=1783698058","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/british-challenger-ii-1-35-model-kit-by-trumpeter","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}