The Bronco Models 1/35 British 17/25-Pounder Anti-Tank Gun 'Pheasant' (CB35071) is a highly detailed plastic model kit from Bronco Models, a Hong Kong–based manufacturer renowned for exceptional historical accuracy and fine surface detail.
The 17/25-pdr, nicknamed 'Pheasant', was a transitional British anti-tank gun that combined the 17-pounder's barrel with the 25-pounder's carriage. Developed in 1942 as an emergency measure to rapidly field more 17-pounder firepower, it served in North Africa and Italy. The gun was capable of defeating the frontal armour of most German tanks at typical combat ranges, representing a significant improvement over earlier British anti-tank weapons. It was eventually superseded as full production of the standard 17-pounder carriage caught up with demand.
Key Features:
- 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit
- 17-pounder barrel on 25-pounder carriage accurately reproduced
- Detailed gun shield, breech, and trail assembly
- Photo-etched detail parts included
- British WWII markings included
- Compatible with British artillery crew figures
Bronco Models is well known for its commitment to historical accuracy and fine surface detail. This kit is engineered to reflect the real subject, making it an excellent choice for display models, competition builds, or diorama compositions. Suited for intermediate to advanced modelers, it rewards careful assembly with outstanding realism.
Ideal For:
- British WWII artillery enthusiasts
- North Africa and Italy campaign modelers
- Anti-tank gun collectors
- Intermediate to advanced modelers
Whether built straight from the box or further enhanced with weathering and painting techniques, the Bronco 1/35 British 17/25-Pounder Anti-Tank Gun 'Pheasant' delivers outstanding realism and historical authenticity.
