Cruiser Tank A9 Mark I (British)

Description

The A9 was one of Britain’s first modern cruiser tanks, entering service before the war. It featured a 2‑pounder gun and multiple machine‑gun turrets, reflecting interwar design ideas. Armour protection was thin, and the riveted construction was vulnerable to spalling, but its speed suited the cruiser role of exploitation and reconnaissance. The A9 saw action in France and North Africa, where its firepower remained adequate against early Axis armour. Mechanical reliability was mixed, yet the tank provided valuable experience that influenced later cruiser designs. Despite its limitations, it marked an important step in British armoured development.

• Model: Cruiser Tank A9 Mark I
• Country/Army: Britain
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: Wargame3D
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown.
• Photos and dimensions are at 28mm unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These are designed by Bergman, Windham Graves or TigerAce1945.