This comprehensive detailed conversion andupdate for the Meng Husky TSV (VS009) includes recovery winch, stowage box, recovery spade, re-modelled seats, communication equipment, a corrected and super-detailed L56A1 PWS (Protected Weapons Station) ECM (Electronic Counter Measures) and photo etched set including the ‘Birdcage’ ECM Antenna.

The 8 Tonne winch allowed, when introduced in Afghanistan in 2011, recovery of vehicles up to Cougar and including Husky and Jackal where previously only the huge MAN SV Recovery was available in theatre. The set comes complete with 90’ rigid tow bar, deploy-able earth spade for winching operations and is complete with cab switch and hydraulic pressure dial. The fully detailed Rotzler TR080 winch is nestled down in front of the recovery equipment box but has plenty of detail visible with its unique cable guide on top.Also included is the handheld control for the winch operator and wire to make its coiled umbilical.

Researched and produced by Rob Tearle with the assistance of the UK PWS Manufacturer and part digitally created, comprehensive colour instructions are included.

This set compliments the Meng kit along with A196 Husky Weighted Wheel Set (shown, but not included with this set)

Also available are:-C100 Husky TSV ‘Heavy’ Update/Conversion with L57A1 PWS 0.50 HMG and A150 Husky TSV Update set.

Designed for the Takom FV432 (2066) this conversion contains the detailed baseplate, mountings and full elevating and traverse gear for the 81mm Mortar and a full set of individual, CAD developed, twin round mortar tubes that can be stowed in two modular racks. Stowed tubes are also mounted on the inside of the rear door and the single style operators seats are provided.

This conversion comes with full colour Decals.

Also included is one piece detailed exhaust and pair of boiling vessels for the right side sponson.

Originally designed by Jon Bottomley and adapted for the conversion by Rob Tearle

Designed for the Takom FV432 Mk2/1 N0.2066 this interior set is comprised of fittings for up to 4 stretchers, Medical kit and Defibrillator. In addition are full colour decals, including red crosses, fire extinguisher labels, weight disks, registrations and unit markings.

Masters byJon Bottomley and Rob Tearle.

Designed for the Takom FV432 Mk2/1 N0.2066 this interior set is comprised of backdated hull top, exhaust and comprehensive Swingfire ATGW turret with sight fittings and options for display of the missile pods. In additionare full colour decals, including fire extinguisher labels, weight disks, registrations and unit markings.

Masters byJon Bottomley and Rob Tearle.

Designed for the Takom FV432 Mk2/1 N0.2066 this exterior set includes accurate and detailed Fox turret, mating collar, backdated exhaust, backdated hull roof and revised vehicle cupola. The set contains a small brass fret for the turret details and rod for the canon. Also in the set are full colour decals, including fire extinguisher labels, weight disks, registrations and unit markings. Comprehensive instructions and an accurate painting guide for the Berlin Camouflage scheme researched from a serving vehicle are also included.

Masters byJon Bottomley and Rob Tearle.

Designed for the Takom FV432 Mk2/1 N0.2066 this set includes a replacement exhaust system without the extension pipe and finer detail, hull roof in line with the service period of the type and the PEAK GPMG Turret with full interior. Also included is colour decals with 4 registrations applicable to the type and Armoured Corps markings, first aid box,optional weight class disks and fire extinguisher decals.

Masters byJon Bottomley, Derek Hansen and Rob Tearle.

This set provides the parts and materials to convert an AFV Club Centurion (most versions*) to a Mk3 retaining the AFV Club short hull. This set does not include the AFV Club donor kit, this must be purchased separately.

After successful troop trials during and after ‘OP SENTRY’ with Centurion A41, further recommendations were made that culminated in the Mk2 with one piece cast turret incorporating the 17pdr Gun. This turret and its stowage arrangement gave the shape of what was to become one of the most successful and widely exported tanks. The next logical step was to up-gun to the proven QF 20 pdr. 83.4mm. Ammunition stowage was modified and the gun mounting changed to accept the larger gun. This set uses the hull length that was adopted as a weight saving measure.

The turret had a raised lip with gutter slots on both sides and the hatch arrangement for the loader was later rotated some 160 degrees for the Mk5. The BESA Coaxial machine gun was used that was later replaced with the Browning .30cal MG in the Mk5. The gunners sight was also of the earlier style without the glass shield and wiper of the Mk5.

The master model by Rob Tearle and Derek Hansen contains super-detailed turret and hull fittings, comprehensive and easy to fit etched brass, turned aluminium gun barrel and full colour decals with an easy to follow colour instruction manual for assembly. Based on the AFV club Centurion as a donor kit this great value, easy to build set provides an accurate and unique model of the early stage of Centurion development.

Cam net stowage is provided along with cable drum and smoke discharger mountings for the turret sides, and an etched brass set includes bin padlocks, rear track-guards, drivers visor, wading fittings and other small details.

You will need an AFV Club Centurion kit as a basis for this conversion.

This set provides the parts and materials to convert an AFV Club Centurion (most versions*) to a Mk3 with the early long hull. This set does not include the AFV Club donor kit, this must be purchased separately.

After successful troop trials during and after ‘OP SENTRY’ with Centurion A41, further recommendations were made that culminated in the Mk2 with one piece cast turret incorporating the 17pdr Gun. This turret and its stowage arrangement gave the shape of what was to become one of the most successful and widely exported tanks. The next logical step was to up-gun to the proven QF 20 pdr. 83.4mm. Ammunition stowage was modified and the gun mounting changed to accept the larger gun.

The turret had a raised lip with gutter slots on both sides and the hatch arrangement for the loader was later rotated some 160 degrees for the Mk5. The BESA Coaxial machine gun was used that was later replaced with the Browning .30cal MG in the Mk5. The gunners sight was also of the earlier style without the glass shield and wiper of the Mk5.

The master model by Rob Tearle and Derek Hansen contains super-detailed turret and hull fittings, comprehensive and easy to fit etched brass, turned aluminium gun barrel and full colour decals with an easy to follow colour instruction manual for assembly. Based on the AFV club Centurion as a donor kit this great value set builds up to an accurate and unique model of the early stage of Centurion development.

Cam net stowage is provided along with cable drum and smoke discharger mountings for the turret sides, and an etched brass set includes bin padlocks, rear track-guards, drivers visor, wading fittings and other small details.

Standard British produced Centurion ARV Mk-2 vehicles were modified by the Australian Army (RAEME) for use in South Vietnam from 1968 to 1971. The basic ARV’s had trackguards re-worked, fittings removed and protection added to allow the vehicles to operate in dense jungle. Extensive crew protection armour was added to the hull rear, and ACAV armour shields and additional weapons fitted for the commander and operator, hence the Australian Army South Vietnam (AASVN) designation.

We would like to acknowledge the assistance of Paul Handel and the Royal Australian Armoured Corps Memorial and Army Tank Museum in the development of this project.

This very comprehensive 1/35th scale resin conversion set by Derek Hansen and Rob Tearle converts 1/35th scale AFV Club Centurion tank kits* to depict one of the AASVN modified ‘short’ hull ARV’s Mk-2, and features full recovery equipment, cables, rear anchor spade, spade frame jib and all standard stowage, bumper bar, snatch blocks and gun planks. All the AASVN modifications outlined above are also provided along with comprehensive ammunition and jerry can stowage.

Two extensive etched brass detail sets are included for the extra AASVN plate armour and shields and the standard ARV mesh stowage trays, and many other fine details. A set of full colour AASVN decals with marking options for several vehicles is also included. Brass main winch cable and towing cables are also included with resin end fittings.

The conversion can also be enhanced with other AA details. Pictures of the painted model show AA track and wheels.*Note: Any of the AFV Club Centurion kits (Meteor engine versions only) serves as a suitable donor for this product, images show this conversion fitted to a typical AFV Club kit (not included).

Completed model dimensions (approximate over cupola armour):-

Inches/mm Length 10.5/267, Width 3.75/95, Height 4.0/102

This product is a Conversion set and a donor plastic kit is needed to make the vehicle shown in the images.

The Centurion ARV Mk-2 was the standard British Armoured Recovery Vehicle (ARV) from 1956 onwards and some served during the Gulf War of 1990/91 with the final vehicle leaving service in 1995. It’s flexibility, reliability, power and comprehensive recovery equipment made it one of the best ARV’s of it’s era. Most of these ARV’s were converted from gun tanks resulting in two distinct versions; with ‘long’ hull (Based on Centurion Mk-1/2) or ‘short’ hull (based on Centurion Mk-3/5). The majority of the 300+ produced were short hull vehicles. This is also the basic Export version sold to other countries.

This very comprehensive 1/35th scale resin conversion set by Derek Hansen and Rob Tearle converts 1/35th scale AFV Club Centurion tank kits* to depict one of the standard ‘short’ hull ARV’s Mk-2. This basic version was also supplied to all countries around the world who used Centurion gun tanks (sometimes in modified form) This conversion set features full recovery equipment, cables, rear anchor spade, spade frame jib and all standard stowage, bumper bar, snatch blocks and gun planks. Commanders 0.30 Browning MG is also included. An extensive etched brass detail set includes mesh stowage trays, and many other fine details and a set of full colour decals with marking options for several vehicles is also included. Brass main winch cable and towing cables are also included with resin end fittings.

The conversion can also be enhanced with other AA details such as “Hush Puppy” track, resin wheels, drivers compartment or etched skirt plates.*Note: Any of the AFV Club Centurion kits (Meteor engine versions only) serves as a suitable donor for this product, images show this conversion fitted to a typical AFV Club kit (not included).

Completed model dimensions (approximate over rear jib/spade):

Inches/mm: Length 10.5/267, Width 3.75/95, Height 3.5/89

This product is a Conversion set and a donor plastic kit is needed to make the vehicle shown in the images.

This very comprehensive 1/35th scale resin conversion set by Derek Hansen and Rob Tearle converts 1/35th scale AFV Club Centurion tank kits* to depict one of the 57 ‘long hull’ ARV’s Mk-2 with distinctive ribbed transmission deck covers. As far as we know at present all long hull ARV’s seem to be British REME service only.

This conversion set features full recovery equipment, cables, rear anchor spade, spade frame jib and all standard stowage, bumper bar, snatch blocks and gun planks. Commanders 0.30 Browning MG is also included. An extensive etched brass detail set includes mesh stowage trays, and many other fine details and a set of full colour decals with marking options for several vehicles is also included. Brass main winch cable and towing cables are also included with resin end fittings.

The conversion can also be enhanced with other AA details such as “Hush Puppy” track, resin wheels, drivers compartment or etched skirt plates. Pictures of the painted model show AA track and wheels. *Note: Any of the AFV Club Centurion kits (Meteor engine versions only) serves as a suitable donor for this product, images show this conversion fitted to a typical AFV Club kit (not included).

Completed model dimensions (approximate over rear jib/spade):

Inches/mm: Length 10.5/267, Width 3.75/95, Height 3.5/89

This product is a Conversion set and a donor plastic kit is needed to make the vehicle shown in the images.

This extensive 1/35th scale Resin and Etched-Brass update set transforms and corrects the Hobby Boss Leopard 2A5DK kit (82405) into a corrected and better detailed model of the Danish Leopard 2A5DK. The master model was designed by Jon Bottomley with research and historical background by Thomas Antonsen. The set includes a small selection of markings and full conversion instructions.

History: The Leopard 2A5 DK entered service with the Danish Army in 2004. The Danish variant of the Leopard 2A5 is the apex of 30 years of development work of the Danish Army, as the Danish Leopard 2A5 is based on all the experience gathered in the Danish Army from using the Leopard 1 since 1976. In particular, the experience gathered from the last version of the Leopard 1 in Danish service, the Leopard 1A5 DK1 (SFOR) which among others was equipped with new turret boxes, housing among others an APU and a cooling unit. Thus, though the Leopard 2A5 is very much a “NATO standard tank”, the Danish version has some features, which were unique among all the other Leopard 2 users, when it entered service.

Since then, these features have been incorporated into other Leopard 2 versions, for instance the Spanish Leopard 2E, which shares both the rear turret boxes, and the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) on the right rear hull with the Danish variant.Detail: Compared with the German version of the Leopard 2A5, the Danish modifications are in total:External modifications to the turret:· Rear turret stowage bins with racks for track grousers (the right box holds an MKK 3 air-conditioning unit from KMW).· The racks for the smoke dischargers are placed in a ‘six-plus-two’ configuration, rather than the ‘four-plus-four’ configuration.· The antennae bases are situated between the rear of the turret and the rear turret bins.· The commander’s sight has been armored on the sides and the rear of the sight unit. The area behind the sight is covered with a lid and has a number of connection plugs for, among others, the FESAP and laser dueling equipment.· A box for Diemaco C8A1 carbines in front of commander’s hatch.· Two racks for Diemaco C8A1 carbines on the roof.· The Set Beam searchlight next to the gunner’s sighting binocular on the turret roof.External modifications to the hull:· The frontal armor which is very similar to the bow armor seen on the Swedish Strv. 122 MBT.· An Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) is built into the right rear corner of the rear hull and, as a consequence, the right rear hull is significantly higher and more angular than the hull on German Leopard 2A5s.· A small toolbox is situated next to the APU box.· On the rear hull wall are two flat lids each side of convoy light, rather than the two boxes found on the German Leopard 2s. On some of the LEO 2A5s, a small oil container is mounted on one of these lids.· Attachment of the final (rearmost) of the heavy side skirts is different to German or Dutch Leopards 2s.· Tool brackets on the upper hull are a different version compared to the brackets on the German Leopard 2s.

All these modifications are included in this kit, and they are also covered in detail in the book “The Danish Leopard 2A5”, by Thomas Antonsen and published by Barbarossa Books in the UK. For more details, please have a look at the book website here: www.leo2a5.dk and on Facebook here:- https://www.facebook.com/DanishLeopard2A5?ref=hlAn…

A very good Leopard resource on Facebook is Leopard Club here:- https://www.facebook.com/LeopardFibel and the Leopard Club website here:- http://leopardclub.ca/ where you can also pick up a nice set of replacement sprockets and track http://leopardclub.ca/workshop/LW031/

This product is a Conversion set and a donor plastic kit is needed to make the vehicle shown in the images.

This extensive 1/35th scale Resin and Etched-Brass conversion set transforms the very nice and original TAMIYA Leopard 2A5 kit (MM242) into the Danish Leopard 2A5DK. The master model was designed by Jon Bottomley with research and historical background by Thomas Antonsen. The set includes a small selection of markings and full conversion instructions.

History: The Leopard 2A5 DK entered service with the Danish Army in 2004. The Danish variant of the Leopard 2A5 is the apex of 30 years of development work of the Danish Army, as the Danish Leopard 2A5 is based on all the experience gathered in the Danish Army from using the Leopard 1 since 1976. In particular, the experience gathered from the last version of the Leopard 1 in Danish service, the Leopard 1A5 DK1 (SFOR) which among others was equipped with new turret boxes, housing among others an APU and a cooling unit. Thus, though the Leopard 2A5 is very much a “NATO standard tank”, the Danish version has some features, which were unique among all the other Leopard 2 users, when it entered service.

Since then, these features have been incorporated into other Leopard 2 versions, for instance the Spanish Leopard 2E, which shares both the rear turret boxes, and the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) on the right rear hull with the Danish variant.Detail: Compared with the German version of the Leopard 2A5, the Danish modifications are in total:External modifications to the turret:· Rear turret stowage bins with racks for track grousers (the right box holds an MKK 3 air-conditioning unit from KMW).· The racks for the smoke dischargers are placed in a ‘six-plus-two’ configuration, rather than the ‘four-plus-four’ configuration.· The antennae bases are situated between the rear of the turret and the rear turret bins.· The commander’s sight has been armored on the sides and the rear of the sight unit. The area behind the sight is covered with a lid and has a number of connection plugs for, among others, the FESAP and laser dueling equipment.· A box for Diemaco C8A1 carbines in front of commander’s hatch.· Two racks for Diemaco C8A1 carbines on the roof.· The Set Beam searchlight next to the gunner’s sighting binocular on the turret roof.External modifications to the hull:· The frontal armor which is very similar to the bow armor seen on the Swedish Strv. 122 MBT.· An Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) is built into the right rear corner of the rear hull and, as a consequence, the right rear hull is significantly higher and more angular than the hull on German Leopard 2A5s.· A small toolbox is situated next to the APU box.· On the rear hull wall are two flat lids each side of convoy light, rather than the two boxes found on the German Leopard 2s. On some of the LEO 2A5s, a small oil container is mounted on one of these lids.· Attachment of the final (rearmost) of the heavy side skirts is different to German or Dutch Leopards 2s.· Tool brackets on the upper hull are a different version compared to the brackets on the German Leopard 2s.

All these modifications are included in this kit, and they are also covered in detail in the book “The Danish Leopard 2A5”, by Thomas Antonsen and published by Barbarossa Books in the UK.

For more details, please have a look at the book website here:- www.leo2a5.dk and on Facebook here:- https://www.facebook.com/DanishLeopard2A5?ref=hAno…

A very good Leopard resource on Facebook is Leopard Club here:- https://www.facebook.com/LeopardFibel and the Leopard Club website here:- http://leopardclub.ca/ where you can also pick up a nice set of replacement sprockets and track http://leopardclub.ca/workshop/LW031/

This product is a Conversion set and a donor plastic kit is needed to make the vehicle shown in the images.

This comprehensive detailed conversion and update set for the Meng Husky TSV (VS009) includes re-modelled seats, communication equipment, a corrected and super-detailed L57A1 PWS (Protected Weapons Station) with .50 Cal HMG on a balanced mount, ECM (Electronic Counter Measures) and photo etched set including the ‘Birdcage’ ECM Antenna. This set also has a revised rear stowage layout due to the larger overhang of the heavy turret. A new BOWMAN cover and mounting for the Antenna box is supplied as is the required shortened swinging rack for the jerry cans.

Researched and produced by Rob Tearle with the assistance of the UK PWS Manufacturer and part digitally created, comprehensive colour instructions are included.

This set compliments the Meng kit along with A196 Husky Weighted Wheel Set (shown, but not included with this set)

Also available are:-A150 Husky TSV Update with L56A1 PWS 7.62mm GPMG and C114 Husky TSV RV (Recovery Variant)

This comprehensive 1/35th scale conversion set by Rob Tearle converts the TAMIYA Churchill kit* into the Assault Vehicle Royal Engineers (AVRE) Mk-VII. AVRE’s and Churchill ‘TOAD’ Flails (C066) were designed to clear all obstacles ahead during an armoured assault against fixed defences.

The AVRE Mk-VII was the first AFV to be fitted with the powerful 165mm demolition gun, which superseded the Petard used in WW-2 AVRE’s. The most common fitting carried was the dozer fixture fitted to this version**. The conversion includes all standard fittings, replacement turret with ARV cupola, loudspeakers, cable drums and smoke dischargers, dozer fittings & stowage and other hull details and equipment.

In addition a number of fine brass etched details are provided to improve the basic kit and for the conversion, and a set of full colour decals with a selection of markings are also included.

**We may consider making the Facine cradle/facine version if there is a demand, let us know!

This product is a Conversion set and a donor plastic kit is needed to make the vehicle shown in the images. * TAMIYA Mk-VII kit or Crocodile.

For our Kombi-Kit offer click the link:https://accurate-armour.com/pl…

This set provides the parts and materials to convert an AFV Club Centurion (most versions*) to a Mk2 with the early long hull. This set does not include the AFV Club donor kit, this must be purchased separately.

After successful troop trials during and after ‘OP SENTRY’ with Centurion A41, further recommendations were made that culminated in the Mk2 with one piece cast turret incorporating the 17pdr Gun. This turret and its stowage arrangement gave the shape of what was to become one of the most successful and widely exported tanks.

The turret had a raised lip with gutter slots on both sides and the hatch arrangement for the loader was later rotated some 160 degrees for the Mk5. The BESA Coaxial machine gun was used that was later replaced with the Browning .30cal MG in the Mk5. The gunners sight was also of the earlier style without the glass shield and wiper of the Mk5.

The master model by Rob Tearle and Derek Hansen contains super-detailed turret and hull fittings, comprehensive and easy to fit etched brass, turned aluminium gun barrel and full colour decals with an easy to follow colour instruction manual for assembly. Based on the AFV club Centurion as a donor kit this great value set builds up to an accurate and unique model of the early stage of Centurion development.

Cam net stowage is provided along with cable drum and smoke discharger mountings for the turret sides, and an etched brass set includes bin padlocks, rear track-guards, drivers visor, wading fittings and other small details.

This comprehensive 1/35th scale conversion set in resin and etched Brass with decals was designed by Derek Hansen and converts the AFV Club Centurion kit* to depict one of the first production Mk-I (A41*) vehicles. Following on from the 1945 ‘Operation Sentry’ trials Centurion went into series production with the Mk-I, and this conversion represents a standard production vehicle.

This conversion comprises revised glacis, drivers, and top deck plates, transmission deck and extended hull rear. Also included are revised hull bins, towing cable assemblies and 17 Pr. gun cradle. The turret is an all new design of cast/welded construction mounting the 17 Pr. gun with auxiliary Besa Machine gun, rotating ARV cupola and opening hatches for gunner and loader. Cam net stowage is provided alog with cable drum and smoke discharger mountings for the turret sides, and an etched brass set includes bin padlocks, rear track-guards, drivers visor, wading fittings and other small details.

The 17 Pr. gun barrel is provided in turned aluminium and a set of decals is provided which includes a selection of T-numbers. Many thanks to the RAC Tank Museum at Bovington where an earlier version A41 trials vehicle (P9) is on display.* AFV35106, AFV35100 & AFV35122

This product is a Conversion set and a donor plastic kit is needed to make the vehicle shown in the images.

This comprehensive 1/35th scale conversion set designed by Derek Hansen converts the AFV Club Centurion kit* to depict one of the very early prototype A41 vehicles. Under the codename ‘Operation Sentry’ six A41 prototypes were sent to Germany in May 1945 for extensive troop trials, and this conversion represents a typical vehicle from that trial.

This conversion comprises revised glacis (thinner armour), drivers, and top deck plates, transmission deck and extended hull rear along with A41 centre suspension units, final drive housings and 20” pattern prototype track. Also included are revised hull bins, towing cable assemblies, 17 Pr. gun cradle and stowed 20” track.

The turret is an all new design of cast/welded construction mounting the 17 Pr. gun with auxiliary 20mm Polsten Cannon, rotating ARV cupola and opening hatches for gunner and loader. Cam net stowage is provided and an etched brass set includes bin padlocks, rear track-guards, drivers visor and other small detail fittings.

The 17 Pr. gun barrel is provided in turned aluminium and a set of decals is provided which includes the Operation Sentry trials logos. Many thanks to the RAC Tank Museum at Bovington where the only surviving trials vehicle (P9) is on display.* AFV35106, AFV35100 & AFV35122

This product is a Conversion set and a donor plastic kit is needed to make the vehicle shown in the images.