Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG3106
BRC&W Cromwell Diecast Model
British Army 11th Armoured Div, Flers, France, August 1944 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| BRC&W Cromwell | | 3.5" | | 1.75" |
In July 1944 The 11th Armored Division known as "The Black Bull" began their breakout from Normandy and their push north into Belgium. They were involved in many conflicts as they advanced through France, Belgium and the Netherlands on their way to crossing the Rhine. One action became known as the Charge of the Bulls. The Division found an intact bridge which enabled them to get behind the Germans and drive them from the area and liberating Le Bény-Bocage on August 1, 1944. This earned them another name Taurus Pursuant. The next major encounter was at Flers and the 11th liberated the town on August 17, 1944. They once again moved quickly north liberating Antwerp on September 4, 1944 then crossing the Rhine into Germany where on April 15, 1945 the 11th occupied Bergen-Belsen concentration camp. Another feather in their cap was the capture of the German city of Lübeck. 11th Armoured Division was dissolved end of January, 1946 and reformed in 1950 and in 1956 they became the 4th Infantry Division.
Introduced in 1943, the British Cromwell Tank was designed by the Birmingham Railway Carriage and Wagon Company as a replacement for the Crusader. Not as well armed as the German Tiger or Panther, the Cromwell relied on its superior agility and speed, supplied by a powerful Meteor engine and Christie suspension. The boxy turret at the center of the Cromwell's hull held the main gun, which was complimented by two anti-infantry machine guns, one mounted in the turret and the other in the bow. More than 4,000 Cromwells were produced during WWII, including variants with 57mm guns, AA guns, 75mm guns and 95mm Howitzers. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale Cruiser tank is constructed with a blend of diecast metal and plastic, with plastic used to achieve maximum detail and a discreet internal weight added for a heavy feel. The 360 degree rotating plastic turret features simulated armor plates with large bosses and a pivoting metal cannon. The lower portion of the hull is constructed in diecast metal with the top in plastic, which allows for fine details such as panel hinges, equipment and tools and delicate shield guards over the front headlights. Variants in the series include the early Centaur models and later Cromwells with a variety of main cannon.
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The Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles.
Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks on detailed non-rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
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