The ACE 72569 3-inch Smith Anti-Tank Gun model is a precise plastic scale kit in 1/72 scale, depicting the unique British improvised anti-tank equipment from World War II. This kit allows you to recreate one of the more intriguing episodes of armament for the British Home Guard and regular task force units (e.g., airfield defense) during Britain’s greatest threat of German invasion following the Dunkirk defeat in 1940.

• 1/72 scale model, ideal for dioramas and WWII equipment collections.
• Nation of service: United Kingdom; mainly Home Guard units and selected regular army units for static defense.
• Time of use: World War II (1941-1945).
• Plastic model kit for self-assembly (glue and paints not included).
• Historically, the Smith Gun was a result of England’s urgent defensive needs; designed as a makeshift anti-tank gun after a simplified demonstration for Winston Churchill in 1941. Mainly used for static defense until the end of the war, it was known for its difficult operation and poor ergonomics, but was valued by defenders for its availability during crisis.
• Model parts are made from high-quality plastic, ensuring precise reproduction of historical weaponry details (barrel profile, unusual wheels, combat position configuration options).
• The kit does not include photo-etched or resin parts, making assembly simpler for beginners.
• Category: plastic model kit.
• This model is recommended for all enthusiasts of British WWII military technology and anyone building dioramas related to the defense of the British Isles in the 1940s. Ideal for collectors, as well as for expanding a Home Guard era military collection.
• Build difficulty level: 2/5 – suitable for beginner and intermediate modelers; no advanced assembly skills required, but precision with small parts will be helpful.

ACE 72569 3-inch Smith Anti-Tank Gun 1/72 provides a realistic recreation of the historical gun, which formed the last line of defense for British civilians and military against the real threat of invasion – a must-have for any enthusiast of Home Front weaponry!