Griffin, Robert Challenger 1. British Main Battle Tank of the Gulf War

During the 1980s and early 1990s the "Challenger" 1 main battle tank played a central role in Britains armoured forces and it achieved remarkable success in combat, destroying around 300 Iraqi tanks in the Gulf War. With its advanced Chobham armour and hydropneumatic suspension system, it was one of the most sophisticated and effective armoured vehicles of the time and, in a modified form, it is still in service with the Jordanian army. It is also a popular subject with tank modellers and enthusiasts, which is why this volume in the "Tank Craft" series is of such value. Archive photos of the "Challenger" 1 in service and extensively researched colour profile illustrations depict the tank throughout its operational life. A large part of the book showcases available model kits and aftermarket products, complemented by a gallery of beautifully constructed and painted models in various scales. Technical details as well as modifications introduced during production and in the field are also examined and provide everything the modeller needs to recreate an accurate representation of the "Challenger" 1.

In the 1980s and early 1990s, the Challenger 1 main battle tank played a central role in the UK's armoured forces and achieved remarkable combat successes. In the 1991 Gulf War, around 300 Iraqi tanks were destroyed by the Challenger 1. With its advanced Chobham armour and hydropneumatic undercarriage system, it was one of the most advanced and effective armoured vehicles of its time and is still in service with the Jordanian army in a modified form. The "Challenger" 1 is also a popular subject with tank modellers and enthusiasts, which is why this volume from the "Tank Craft" series is of great value.