{"product_id":"49913-afv-club-af35405-british-tank-destroyer-fv4005-stage-ii-135","title":"AFV Club 35405 British Tank Destroyer FV4005 Stage II 1\/35","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAFV Club 35405 British Tank Destroyer FV4005 Stage II 1\/35\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit designed for modelers passionate about Cold War era military vehicles. This unique 1\/35 scale kit allows you to recreate the British prototype tank destroyer FV4005 Stage II, based on the Centurion Mk3 chassis. The model faithfully replicates the details of a vehicle developed in the early 1950s, which was the result of British experiments arming tanks with extremely powerful 183mm guns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/35 – ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of armored vehicles, combining great detail with a convenient display size for shelves or dioramas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom – developed in Great Britain as part of post-war concept tests for new land forces weaponry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War, 1950s. The model reflects the latest British engineering achievements of its time, representing the last step in the line of British tank destroyers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality plastic, ensuring precise detail and ease of modeling. The kit does not include glue or paints, but the manufacturer offers dedicated accessories such as photo-etched parts (metal meshes, handles) or an optional metal barrel (sold separately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit (kit scale model – assembly required).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe FV4005 Stage II featured a monumental box-shaped turret with exceptionally thin armor, enabling it to mount the powerful 183mm gun. In reality, only a prototype of this vehicle was produced and tested, but the project was canceled due to impracticality and issues with the loading mechanism. Nevertheless, the FV4005 became a legend in military circles, inspiring designers and fans of modern armored games alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe AFV Club 35405 model stands out for its very high level of detail – you can easily recreate, among other things, the characteristic turret shape, the intricate running gear and on-board tool arrangement, as well as realistically rendered barrels and suspension components. The model's assembly difficulty is rated 4 out of 5, making it recommended for intermediate to advanced modelers who value accuracy and faithful replication of historical details. It also serves as an excellent base for advanced weathering – the model looks great both in a pristine and a \"battle-worn\" diorama version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eIf you dream of owning a unique vehicle that never made it to mass production and stands as a true curiosity of Cold War military thought, \u003cstrong\u003eAFV Club 35405 British Tank Destroyer FV4005 Stage II (1\/35)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the best choice for your collection! This set will delight fans of British armored vehicles, historical modelers, and gamers inspired by the mightiest guns from virtual battlefields.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFV Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722881847630,"sku":"AFV35405","price":41.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/38e1bef250bfb11896d694bc6be624d4.jpg?v=1755548453","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/49913-afv-club-af35405-british-tank-destroyer-fv4005-stage-ii-135","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}