Copper State Models 35019 - 1:35 Armoured Tender British and Irish Service

1:35 scale Armoured Tender – British and Irish Service plastic model kit

This highly detailed kit from Copper State Models depicts the British Armoured Tender used by military and security forces in the UK and Ireland during the interwar years. Based on the proven Rolls-Royce chassis, the vehicle combined mobility with protection, featuring an open driver’s section and armored body. The kit allows construction of a realistic replica with accurate surface detail and optional interior components.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Model length: approx. 13 cm
• Manufacturer: Copper State Models
• Skill level: intermediate

Note: Glue, paints and tools are not included. The model requires assembly and painting.

Assembly and construction:

The set includes precisely molded plastic parts and photo-etched details. High-quality casting and fit ensure a satisfying build experience. The model offers the option to display open panels and a detailed interior for added realism.

Recommended tools:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding sticks
• Brushes
• Plastic cement
• Paint set
• (Optional) Cyanoacrylate glue for photo-etched parts

Original vehicle data:

• Country: United Kingdom
• Era: 1920s–1930s
• Crew: 3
• Armament: 7.7 mm Lewis machine gun
• Engine: Rolls-Royce 6-cylinder, 80 hp
• Maximum speed: approx. 70 km/h

About the Armoured Tender:

The Armoured Tender was a light armored vehicle developed from World War I experience and adapted for service in the politically unstable period of the 1920s. Used by British and Irish forces, it performed escort, patrol, and riot control duties. Reliable and versatile, it became a symbol of early interwar armored mobility, with several surviving examples preserved in museums and collections.

About Copper State Models:

Copper State Models is a respected manufacturer of highly detailed 1:35 scale kits, specializing in World War I and interwar military vehicles. Known for historical accuracy and refined molding quality, the company’s products are popular among advanced modelers seeking authentic representations of early armored designs.