Scimitar 3D Printed FV107-1:43 O Scale Tank Kit

FV107 Scimitar CVR(T) 1:43 scale 3D printed kit for 'O' gauge

A new 3D printed 1:76 scale model of the British army Scimitar CVR(T)s has joined the Key Publishing exclusives collection suitable for ‘O’ gauge model railways. Order now for immediate despatch for £34.99.

The FV107 Scimitar armoured reconnaissance vehicle has joined the Key Publishing Exclusive collection with the arrival of a new 3D-printed 1:43 scale kits from PJM Models, at the Key Model World Shop.

Designed by Alvis in response to a requirement for Combat Vehicle Reconnaissance (Tracked), which was commonly abbreviated to CVR(T), the vehicles were introduced by the British Army in the early 1970s with active service beginning in 1971 for the Scimitar. They were also used by the RAF Regiment between 1981-1992 and RAF EOD teams. They were designed to be air transportable and more than 600 FV107 Scimitar CVR(T)s were built.

The last British Army Scimitars, which carried a high-velocity 30mm L21 RARDEN cannon, were withdrawn from active service in April 2023.

The new 3D printed comprise four main parts – a single-piece hull, two handed track runs (with the drive sprocket at the front) and turret – with the barrel supplied in brass. The Scimitar has a three-piece sub-assembly - an outer shroud, barrel and 3D-printed muzzle/flash suppressor.

The kits can be assembled quickly and easily using superglue. In addition, locating pins for the tracks mean that they will not fit on the wrong side.

Assembly of each kit can be completed in around 15 minutes before painting and once complete they make ideal loads for ‘O’ gauge military trains formed for Warwell and Warflat wagons. They can also be used as the basis for a diorama.

They are in stock and available to buy now.