{"product_id":"wwi-male-tank-mk-i","title":"Airfix 1\/72 WWI Male Tank Mk.I Military Scale Model Kit","description":"\u003csection class=\"section section--pattern-grey\" id=\"theModel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eProduct Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--1-col@medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking 1:76 scale WWI Male Tank Mk.I model is a perfect addition to any military history collection, measuring 102mm long and comprising 49 parts to put together. As part of the Airfix Vintage Classics series, this nostalgic kit showcases mould tools from 1967 and features the original Roy Cross artwork from that period. Rated at Skill Level 2 and suitable for those aged 8 and older, this plastic model kit beautifully represents the unique livery of the first tank to grace the battlefield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e49 piece plastic model kit in 1:76 scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel length: 102mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage mould tools from 1967 with original Roy Cross pack illustration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level 2 - suitable for ages 8 and above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures distinctive WWI tank livery with authentic detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle scheme depicting the iconic 'male' variant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn 15th September 1916, at Flers-Courcelette, a groundbreaking weapon made its debut on the Western Front - the tank. This innovative machine altered the course of warfare, providing a breakthrough in the trench warfare stalemate that had characterised the conflict. The 'male' Mk.I Tank was armed with significant firepower, boasting two 6-pdr naval guns and four Hotchkiss machine guns, making it a formidable opponent against enemy positions and defences. The introduction of these armoured giants marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of military technology and tactics during the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--40\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section section--default\" id=\"whatsInside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--2-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item wysiwyg\"\u003esprues \u0026amp; decals\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item wysiwyg\"\u003eRequires paints and glue\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55354032882005,"sku":"afx01315V","price":6.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/0804\/2069\/files\/a01315v_1.webp?v=1792160604","url":"https:\/\/the-gift-factory.co.uk\/products\/wwi-male-tank-mk-i","provider":"The Gift factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}