British Tank A34 Comet, 1st RTR, British Army,Hong Kong, 1950s. HG5203 1:72

Hobby Master Ground Power Series British Tank A34 Comet, 1st RTR, British Army, Sek Kong Camp, Hong Kong, 1950s. 1:72 Scale Item: HG5203 Authentic Detailing Pre-Painted by professionals Accurate paint colors Markings Tampo (pad) applied Fully Assembled Die-Cast Model True to Scale (1:72) Weathering and insignias Turret turns Main gun elevates Metal chassis, turret and main gun Realistic tracks Tracks replicate real track droop The British Cruiser Tank A34 “Comet” was designed to correct some of the problems with the Cromwell Tank as well as providing better anti-tank capability for their squadrons. The Comet was late entering WWII so it wasn’t involved in any major battles but with its new main gun it could take on Germany’s large tanks. After WWII the Comet saw combat in Korea and remained in the British inventory until 1958. The Comet was sold to 5 other countries and some even operated until the 1970s. The British Army 11th Armoured Division was formed in 1941 and became known as the Black Bulls. On June 13, 1944 the Division landed on Juno Beach and took part in several major operations. On September 4, 1944 the Division captured Antwerp and headed towards Germany. The 11th AD was held in reserve until March 28 and then crossed the Rhine taking Gescher on the 30th. On March 31st the 3rd RTR (Royal Tank Regiment) struck out to capture Bergen-Belsen concentration camp on April 15th 1945.