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B-52D Stratofortress
Country	USA
Type	Long-range, subsonic, jet-powered strategic bomber
Produced	1952–1962
Built	744

The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range, subsonic, jet-powered strategic bomber. The B-52 was designed and built by Boeing, which has continued to provide support and upgrades. It has been operated by the United States Air Force (USAF) since the 1950s. The bomber carries up to 70,000 pounds (32,000 kg) of weapons. Beginning with the successful contract bid in June 1946, the B-52 design evolved from a straight-wing aircraft powered by six turboprop engines to the final prototype YB-52 with eight turbojet engines and swept wings. The B-52 took its maiden flight in April 1952. Built to carry nuclear weapons for Cold War-era deterrence missions, the B-52 Stratofortress replaced the Convair B-36. Although a veteran of several wars, the Stratofortress has dropped only conventional munitions in combat.

Source: Wikipedia

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ROKS-3 flamethrowers
Country	URSS
Type	Flamethrower
Model	ROKS-3 flamethrowers
Topic	Album of 13 photos walk-around of a ROKS-3 flamethrowers

The ROKS-2 and ROKS-3 were man-portable flamethrowers used by the USSR in the Second World War. The ROKS-2 was designed not to draw attention so the fuel tank was designed to be easy to conceal within a knapsack, and the fuel pipe designed to resemble a rifle. ROKS-3 was a simplified design and had a regular cylindrical fuel tank. The Finnish designation for captured ROKS-2 units was M/41-r. Roks-2 were used, amongst other engagements, during the close-range fighting during the first days of the battle of Kursk in 1943.

Source: Wikipedia

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Airfix
Ref	A04701
Type	Model Kit
Scale	1/48
Topic	British Quad Bikes and Crew

A model of the brand Airfix the kit : British Quad Bikes and Crew – Airfix A04701.

Delivering vital combat supplies to troops on the ground, quad bikes and trailers are providing sterling service on frontline operations. This latest batch of Afghanistan-bound ATVs and trailers will deliver food, water and ammunition to the front line, in difficult to access areas or where larger vehicles are not suitable, effectively running alongside those who are on dismounted operations. 8 Figures Included

Source: British Quad Bikes and Crew on Airfix

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Airfix
Ref	A05360
Type	Model Kit
Scale	1/32
Topic	Monty’s Humber Snipe Staff Car

A model of the brand Airfix the kit : Monty’s Humber Snipe Staff Car – Airfix A05360.

General Montgomery famously travelled in his Humber Snipe 4×2 Four-Seat Open Tourer, both in the North African campaigns and also those of Western Europe after the D-Day landings. This kit comes with the famous General dressed in his well known battledress and beret, along with his dedicated driver.

Source: Monty’s Humber Snipe Staff Car on Airfix

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Airfix
Ref	A06360
Type	Model Kit
Scale	1/32
Topic	Rommel’s Half Track

A model of the brand Airfix the kit : Rommel’s Half Track – Airfix A06360.

General Rommel was often known to be in the field watching the situation on the battlefield whilst protected in his standard Sd.Kfz 250/3 Semi-Tracked Reconnaissance Car. Rommel named this car “Greif” (meaning “Strike”). This kit comes with a model figure of the General, his driver and his observer.

Source: Rommel’s Half Track on Airfix

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Airfix
Ref	A05280
Type	Model Kit
Scale	1/72
Topic	Vosper Motor Torpedo Boat

A model of the brand Airfix the kit : Vosper Motor Torpedo Boat – Airfix A05280/span>.

The smallest and fastest of the operational Royal Navy craft during the Second World War. This type had four 18in torpedo tubes on its flushed deck. Other duties included minelaying, and the delivery and collection of agents and commandos to and from the enemy coastline.

Source: Vosper Motor Torpedo Boat on Airfix

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Chieftain tank
Country	UK
Role	Main battle tank
In service	1966–present
Manufacturer	Leyland Motors

The FV 4201 Chieftain was the main battle tank of the United Kingdom during the 1960s and 1970s. It was one of the most advanced tanks of its era, and at the time of its introduction in 1966 had the most powerful main gun and most effective armour of any tank in the world. The Chieftain also introduced a supine (reclining backwards) driver position, enabling a heavily sloped hull with reduced height.

Source: Chieftain tank on Wikipedia

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Airfix
Ref	A01322
Type	Model Kit
Scale	1/76
Topic	Willys Jeep and Trailer

A model of the brand Airfix the kit : Willys Jeep and Trailer – Airfix A01322.

The ultimate utilty vehicle in WWII was the Willys Jeep. Due to the huge demand Ford was contracted to produce them as well. The Ford car was then designated GPW, with the “W” referring to the “Willys” licensed design. During World War II, Willys produced 363,000 Jeeps and Ford some 280,000. Approximately 51,000 were exported to the U.S.S.R. under the Lend-Lease program. A top speed of 65mph and a lightweight construction enabled it to operate in many locations unsuited to other vehicles.

Source: Willys Jeep and Trailer on Airfix

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Forces of Valor
Ref	80064
Type	U.K. SHERMAN FIREFLY
Scale	1/32
Topic	U.K. SHERMAN FIREFLY Normandy 1944

A kit of the brand Forces of Valor the kit : U.K. SHERMAN FIREFLY Normandy 1944 – Forces of Valor 80064/span>.

The Sherman Firefly was a WWII British variant of the American Sherman tank, fitted with the powerful British 17 pounder anti-tank gun as its main weapon. Originally conceived as a stopgap until future British tank designs came into service, the Sherman Firefly became the most common tank with the 17 pounder in WWII. It soon became highly valued as the only British tank capable of defeating the Panther and Tiger tanks it faced in Normandy at standard combat ranges. The Forces of Valor® replica is of a U.K. Sherman Firefly as seen in Normandy in 1944.

-Constructed of both die cast metal and plastic. -Lower chassis and barrel are metal. -Elevating barrels. -Rotating turret. -Tracks roll. -Includes a commander. -Accessories are removable. -Accurate markings and insignia. -New packaging for 2012, no ties or screws, double blister construction.

Source: U.K. SHERMAN FIREFLY on Forces of Valor

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Trumpeter
Ref	01503
Type	Model kit
Scale	1/35
Topic	Canadian AVGP Husky

A model of the brand Trumpeter the kit: Canadian AVGP Husky [Early Version] – Trumpeter 01503.

The kit consists of over 280 parts : -the kit w/refined detail -multi-slide moulded lower hull , upper hull -separate rear panel with crew entry doors -The main tires are hollow rubber with very good tread pattern -The photo-etched fret included

The Armoured Vehicle General Purpose (AVGP) fleet is comprised of three variants: the Cougar, the Grizzly, and the Husky. The AVGP fleet entered service in 1976. A total of 195 Cougars were originally procured to equip Regular and Reserve armoured units. Following the acquisition of the Coyote as a part of the 1999 Army Equipment Rationalisation Plan, the Cougar fleet was reduced to 100 vehicles – to be exclusively employed by Reserve armoured units. The AVGP fleet is currently undergoing a service life-extension program to increase its reliability, supportability and commonality with the Bison and Coyote fleets. Number in service: Cougar – 100, Grizzly – 274, Husky – 27.