Churchill MkIV Tank "To Catch a Tiger Toledo C Squadron 14 Troop 21st Army Tank Brigade Tunisia" (1943) British Royal Army "Military Legends" Series
Brand new 1/50 scale diecast model of Churchill Mk.IV Tank "To Catch a Tiger Toledo C Squadron 14 Troop 21st Army Tank Brigade Tunisia" (1943) British Royal Army "Military Legends" Series die cast model by Corgi. Limited edition. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Officially licensed product. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately L-5.5 W-2.75 H-2 inches. Rotating turret and elevating cannon for dynamic display options. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life tank. HISTORY ASPECTS:The British Churchill Mk IV Tank famously associated with the mission "To Catch a Tiger" served a critical role in the 21st Army Tank Brigade during World War II. In this campaign the Churchill tank aimed to engage and capture a German Tiger tank for intelligence purposes providing the Allies with valuable information about the formidable enemy tank. C Squadron specifically 14 Troop of the 21st Army Tank Brigade was at the forefront of this daring and strategic mission.The operation "To Catch a Tiger" took place during the later stages of World War II as Allied forces sought to gain a technological edge by examining and understanding the strengths and weaknesses of the German Tiger tank. The Churchill Mk IV tank was selected for this mission due to its reliability durability and firepower. Engaging in intense battles this tank faced the challenges posed by the German forces while fulfilling its role in the larger context of the war.The Churchill Mk IV tank assigned to C Squadron 14 Troop of the 21st Army Tank Brigade contributed to the overall success of the Allies in countering the German military during key