Initially the Comet was supposed to be an upgunned Cromwell, but it ended up as a whole new tank. It had thicker armour and a new 77mm gun, while retaining the Cromwell’s speed, low profile, and high-explosive capability.

The gun used the same projectiles as the 17 pdr in a reengineered gun that fitted within a smaller space. The result was slightly less powerful than the 17 pdr, but still quite deadly to all but the heaviest German tanks.

Rolls-Royce Engine Power

The Comet has the same 600 horsepower Rolls-Royce Meteor engine as the Cromwell. Its extra weight slows it slightly, but it is still as fast as a light tank and much faster than anything that may face it toe-to-toe.

Well Protected

While not as thickly armoured as a Churchill or Centurion, the sprightly Comet has enough armour to bounce shots from medium tanks and the speed to pick its fights against heavier opponents.

This box contains:

3x Highly Detailed Plastic Comet Tanks

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These miniatures are supplied unassembled and unpainted