{"product_id":"challenger-1-main-battle-tank-cold-cast-bronze-statue","title":"Challenger 1 Main Battle Tank Cold Cast Bronze Statue | Handmade in England","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBritain’s Cold War Titan — Cast in Bronze, Mounted on Mahogany\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Challenger 1 was the most advanced main battle tank in the British Army’s arsenal when it entered service in 1983. Proven in the Gulf War, where it achieved a remarkable combat record without a single loss to enemy fire, it remains one of the most respected tanks in modern military history. This cold cast bronze statue — mounted on a solid block of Mahogany — is a tribute worthy of that legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Statement Piece for the Serious Collector\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt over 10 inches long and weighing in at approximately 2.5 kg, this is no shelf ornament — it commands a room. The cold cast bronze finish captures every detail of the Challenger’s distinctive Chobham-armoured hull, its long L11A5 rifled barrel, and its powerful, purposeful silhouette. Set on a warm, solid Mahogany base, it has the presence of a museum exhibit and the quality of a family heirloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold cast in real bronze for an authentic, museum-quality finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-polished and finished by skilled craftspeople in the North East of England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted on a solid Mahogany block — other woods available upon request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 10.5\" (L) × 5.5\" (W) × 5\" (H)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. weight: 2.5 kg — substantial and impressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom inscription on base available — leave a note at checkout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandcrafted in Britain \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is individually cast, polished, and finished by hand at the workshop in the North East of England. No two are exactly alike — each carries the mark of the craftsperson who made it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually dispatched within 5–7 working days. During busy periods, please allow up to 28 days — you will be notified if this applies to your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Crafty Black Dog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53093065949450,"sku":"6","price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/3053\/0314\/files\/Challenger-1-presentation-piece-gulf-war-military-gift-bronze-statue.jpg?v=1779728339","url":"https:\/\/thecraftyblackdog.co.uk\/products\/challenger-1-main-battle-tank-cold-cast-bronze-statue","provider":"The Crafty Black Dog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}