Historical modeller edition - Tamiya 32572 - 1/48 British Infantry Tank Matilda Mk.III/IV Model Kit  [32572]

Tamiya 32572 - 1/48 Matilda Mk.III/IV: A Compact Replica of a Desert Icon

The Tamiya 1/48 Matilda Mk.III/IV brings the British infantry tank famed as the "Queen of the Desert" into a convenient display scale. UK modellers will appreciate how this kit balances historical presence with a compact footprint for cabinets and dioramas.

Service record and operational notes

Introduced as a heavily armoured infantry tank, the Matilda served prominently in early WWII, particularly in North Africa where its armour made it difficult to defeat until heavier guns were brought to bear. It featured in operations such as Battleaxe and actions around Tobruk, helping shape early desert campaigns.

Assembly features and modeller pointers

The kit accurately reproduces the Matilda's cast texture on turret and hull at 1/48 scale, offering good definition for paint and weathering. Metal ballast in the chassis provides steadiness, and the supplied assembly-type tracks allow builders to recreate the characteristic droop between the wheels. A commander torso and three marking schemes are included to aid authentic presentation.