Crusader III British
 GAS50118


Complete kit of the British Crusader III in 1/48 scale

Kit contains:

You can also contact us to have this model assembled and painted with the camouflage of your choice.

History of Crusader III British

The Crusader was the ultimate evolution of the Covenanter tank. The Crusader's general design was based on that of its ancestor, with a larger hull and different armament. Under the management of Nuffield Mechanisation, 5500 Crusaders were produced up to 1943. The main quality of this tank was its Christie running gear, a feature much appreciated by crews. 

What's more, once the 340 hp Liberty engine was unbridled, the Crusader reached speeds of over 60 km/h, an advantage in desert warfare. However, the Crusader was outclassed by its German rivals due to a number of mechanical shortcomings, overly light armor and a 2-pound gun. The Crusader Mk II was armed with a 2-pounder cannon and two 7.92 mm Besa machine guns, and was crewed by 4 men.

Not yet fully developed for its first combat in Egypt in June 1941, more Crusaders were taken by the enemy due to mechanical problems than to combat.