Tamiya 35356 1/35 British Archer Self Propelled Gun

The British Archer was a self propelled anti-tank gun used during World War 2 based on the Valentine infantry tank chassis. It was fitted with an Ordnance QF 17 pounder gun facing to the rear. There were 655 were produced between 1943 to 1945. It was used in North-West Europe and Italy during the war and post-war the Archer served with the Egyptian Army. The vehicle was unique for its gun being mounted facing the rear of the chassis instead of the front.

The kit features a detailed open fighting compartment, with gun breech and shell racks.

It comes also with three figures for the Commander, Loader and Gunner.