Warlord Games Char B1 bis French or German gun tank - Bolt Action - 28 by Warlord Games

The Char B1 bis represents a significant advancement in French tank design, boasting thicker armour and an improved APX4 turret equipped with a longer-barreled L32 47 mm SA 35 gun. This enhancement gave the tank superior anti-tank capabilities, complementing its 75 mm hull-mounted howitzer. The development of the Char B1 and its bis variant was heavily influenced by French military experiences during World War I, leading to the belief that a breakthrough tank would be essential for future conflicts. For enthusiasts and modellers, a comprehensive kit is available to construct either French or German gun tanks and two versions of German flammpanzers. This kit includes a Char B1 bis tank, Bolt Action stat cards, a full-colour waterslide decal sheet, and vehicle damage markers. These components enable hobbyists to recreate one of the most formidable tanks of its time, which proved effective against German Panzers during the 1940 Battle of France despite its speed and fuel efficiency limitations. Following the fall of France, the German military captured 161 Char B1 bis tanks, reclassifying them as Panzerkampfwagen B-2 740 f and converting several into flamethrower variants. The models come unassembled and unpainted, providing a blank canvas for modellers to express their creativity. This kit celebrates the legacy of the Char B1 bis and offers a rewarding experience for those interested in historical military modelling.