British Churchill Mk.VII 1:35 Model Kit by Tamiya

Model Features

Build one of Britain's most heavily armoured tanks of the Second World War with the Tamiya British Churchill Mk.VII 1:35 Model Kit. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the Churchill Mk.VII, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic armour detailing and authentic British Army markings.

With Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for WWII armour enthusiasts, military vehicle collectors and diorama builders looking to recreate late-war Allied operations.

Specifications

• Scale: 1:35
• Manufacturer: Tamiya
• Vehicle: British Churchill Mk.VII Infantry Tank
• Finely detailed plastic parts
• Detailed hull, turret and suspension
• Realistic armour and equipment details
• Authentic British Army decal options
• Illustrated assembly instructions
• Assembly required
• Glue and paints not included

What's in the Box

• Plastic model kit parts
• Decal sheet
• Illustrated assembly instructions

History of the Original Vehicle

Historical Snapshot

The Churchill Mk.VII was the final major wartime production version of Britain's famous Churchill infantry tank and one of the most heavily armoured Allied tanks of the Second World War. Introduced in 1944, it was designed to provide exceptional protection while supporting infantry during assaults on fortified positions and difficult terrain.

The Mk.VII featured significantly thicker armour than earlier Churchill variants, with frontal armour reaching up to 152mm, making it one of the best-protected tanks of the war. It was armed with the reliable 75mm gun, capable of firing both armour-piercing and high-explosive ammunition, allowing it to engage enemy vehicles as well as bunkers, buildings and defensive positions.

Powered by a Bedford 12-cylinder engine, the Churchill was not a fast tank, but its long tracked suspension gave it remarkable cross-country performance. It could climb steep slopes, cross wide trenches and negotiate difficult obstacles that proved challenging for many other Allied armoured vehicles. These capabilities made it especially valuable during operations in Normandy and the advance through North-West Europe.

The Churchill Mk.VII served extensively with British and Commonwealth forces during the Normandy Campaign, the liberation of France, the fighting in Belgium and the final advance into Germany. It also formed the basis for numerous specialised armoured engineering vehicles developed by the famous 79th Armoured Division, including bridge-layers, flamethrower tanks and armoured recovery vehicles.

Renowned for its durability and battlefield versatility, the Churchill remained in British Army service after the Second World War before eventually being replaced by more modern designs. Today, it is remembered as one of Britain's most successful wartime tanks and an enduring symbol of Allied armoured warfare.

Please Note

This 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.