{"product_id":"corgi-cc60108-1-50-harland-and-wolff-churchill-mkiii-british-army-normandy-1944","title":"Corgi CC60108 1:50 Harland and Wolff Churchill MkIII British Army Normandy 1944","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA rugged, heavyweight 1:50 scale diecast masterpiece capturing one of the most resilient British heavy infantry tanks of World War II.\u003c\/strong\u003e This premium collector's model by Corgi (CC60108) replicates the Harland and Wolff-produced Churchill Mk III deployed by the British Army during the D-Day landings in Normandy, France, on June 6th, 1944. The model represents an armored asset of the historic 34 Tank Brigade, a unit originally formed in 1941 that trained extensively in the South East of England. Serving variations as an independent brigade and attached to the 1st Division and 43rd Wessex Division, the 34th was re-established as an independent tank brigade just nine months before spearheading frontline thrusts into Normandy. Designed as a specialized heavy infantry tank to replace the aging Matilda II, the initial Churchill prototype was completed in June 1940 and entered full production by June 1941. Deeply influenced by the British Army's brutal experiences with trench warfare during WWI, the 38-ton Churchill was engineered as a slow, deliberate machine built specifically to traverse heavily cratered landscapes while shielding and supporting advancing infantry. Though its distinctively small turret significantly restricted the size of the primary armament that could be fitted, its exceptionally thick armor layout made it vastly more survivable and resilient than contemporary Allied tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelonging to Corgi's Military Vehicles series, this 1:50 scale model boasts a substantial physical weight and precise casting definition that perfectly encapsulates the blocky, aggressive architecture of British heavy armor. The hull features exceptional attention to historical detail, complete with realistic side-mounted track assemblies, simulated heavy-duty armor plating, and accurately rendered rivet configurations. Expanding its visual authenticity on display, the model highlights realistic battlefield accessories, including meticulously sculpted stowage boxes, external fuel apparatus, and realistically cast folded canvas gear bags applied across the front and rear mudguard assemblies. Set in its authentic 1944 European theater desert-sand and olive camouflage livery, this limited-edition replica stands as an imposing centerpiece for advanced military history exhibits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Military Vehicles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e CC60108\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Churchill Mk III (Harland and Wolff Production Variant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy Infantry Tank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e British Army, 34 Tank Brigade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Normandy Invasion (D-Day Landings)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 6th, 1944 (World War II Era)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:50\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3,200 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight Diecast Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic 34 Tank Brigade camouflage scheme, high-rigidity heavy metal hull construction, rotating small-profile Mk III turret with elevation gun barrel, highly detailed track links, separately molded battlefield stowage boxes, realistic molded canvas equipment tarps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.75\" or 14.6 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.25\" or 5.7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57649501110654,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_3391.jpg?v=1783350699","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-cc60108-1-50-harland-and-wolff-churchill-mkiii-british-army-normandy-1944","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}