British heavy tank FV 214 Conqueror MK II 1:35 Amusing Hobby 35A027

Plastic model kit: British heavy tank FV 214 Conqueror MK II 1:35 Amusing Hobby 35A027

We present the model kit of the British heavy tank FV 214 Conqueror MK II in 1:35 scale, produced by Amusing Hobby. This detailed model allows you to recreate one of the most impressive tanks of the Cold War era, designed as a response to the Soviet heavy tanks of the IS family.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Manufacturer: Amusing Hobby
• Catalog number: 35A027

History and technical background:

The FV 214 Conqueror, also known as Tank, Heavy No. 1, 120 mm gun, Conqueror, was a British heavy tank developed after World War II. Its main task was to provide long-range anti-tank support for the Centurion tanks, which were armed with smaller 20-pounder guns. The Conqueror was equipped with a powerful L1 120 mm gun, making it one of the heaviest armed tanks of its time.

The design of the Conqueror began with the A45 program in 1944, aimed at creating a heavy infantry tank. In 1946, the project was renamed FV200, with the goal of creating a universal tank that could perform various combat roles. However, due to rising costs and changing requirements, the project was modified, leading to the creation of the Conqueror.

The Conqueror was known for its exceptionally heavy armor, especially at the front, where the armor thickness could reach up to 680 mm. Despite its weight, the tank had excellent off-road capabilities. One of the most advanced features of its design was the rotating commander’s cupola, which was a key element of the fire control system. It allowed the commander to independently aim and fire, which was a groundbreaking solution at the time.

Between 1956 and 1959, a total of 185 Conqueror tanks were produced, including 20 in the Mark I version and 165 in the Mark II version. These tanks were mainly used by the British Army of the Rhine in Germany, where they served as anti-tank support. Although the Conqueror never saw combat, its design and armament were a significant part of NATO's defensive strategy during the Cold War.

Today, the Conqueror can be seen in several museums around the world, including The Tank Museum in Bovington, the Imperial War Museum Duxford, and the Musee des Blindes in France. Some examples are also part of private collections.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. For assembly, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g., Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.