COBI Cromwell MK.IV British Medium Tank - 544 pieces (World War II Historical Collection)

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Product Overview

  • Build Your Own Cromwell Mk. IV: Bring the British medium tank to life with this 1:35 scale, 544-piece COBI set!
  • Features Moving Components: Turret rotates, functioning tracks let you drive the tank around, and hatches open to reveal the tank’s interior
  • Model Dimensions: 7.2” long and 4.3” high
  • Block Compatibility: Fully compatible with other brands of building blocks

Description

Piece together your own Cromwell Mk. IV with this 544-piece COBI building block set! Part of COBI’s World War II Historical Collection, this set contains the blocks needed to construct the famous British medium tank.

The Cromwell was produced by the British in the late stages of the war and was the first British vehicle to feature a combination of high speeds, a reliable engine, and good armor. It first saw combat during the Battle of Normandy in June 1944 and was used by the Allies as they closed in on Berlin. The 28-ton Cromwell was fitted with a 57mm main gun and was protected by 64mm of frontal armor.

This 1:35 scale model features a rotating turret, working tracks, and hatches that open to reveal the tank’s inner components. A tank commander minifigure, General Stanisław Maczek, also comes with the set. Perfect for tank and military enthusiasts ages 8+, this set brings the Cromwell Mk. IV to life in incredible detail! Dimensions are 7.2” long and 4.3” high. ~Alex

Publisher's Description of COBI Cromwell MK.IV British Medium Tank - 544 pieces (World War II Historical Collection)

The set is the embodiment of the COBI slogan: "Build history, piece by piece":

The WWII Cromwell Mk. IV tank "HELA" featuring the exact markings of the famous command tank of general Stanisław Maczek from the 1st Armored Division (Black Devils) of the Polish Armed Forces fighting alongside the Allies. Carefully reproduced from 544 bricks, the set was developed in a 1:35 scale matching our figures. All elements of historical markings and details are high-quality prints! There are no stickers in the set. The tank's functionalities include: an opening hatch, access to the engine, a movable turret, a rotating cannon and a working tracks. There is also a plate with the name of the famous tank.

The set includes a very carefully designed exclusive figure. General Stanisław Maczek (1892-1994) was an early supporter of Polish armored weapons, a hero of World War II, an outstanding commander of the 1st Polish Armored Division of the Polish Army, which became famous during the fights at Falaise during the invasion of the Allied forces in Normandy in 1944 and in the liberation of the Dutch Breda. He was also awarded the Knight of the Order of the White Eagle and was an honorary citizen of the Netherlands.

The Cromwell tank with a figure of general Maczek is a must for enthusiasts of history, armored weapons and a beautiful model for the collection dedicated to the Second World War. Our 1:35 scale collection cannot be complete without this set! Build history, piece by piece!

Category Description for COBI World War 2 Historical Series

The COBI World War II Historical Series sets feature tanks, aircraft, ships, and other vehicles of both sides of combat. Each set includes one or more characters which match the theme and ranking of the vehicle. Depending on the model, individual sets each feature various moving components such as gun barrels, turrets, tracks, wings, propellers, engine compartments, and more.

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Product Format:Other
Grades:3-AD
Brand:COBI
EAN/UPC:5902251022693
Length in Inches:11
Width in Inches:15.75
Height in Inches:2.5
Weight in Pounds:1.4
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