Need some Cromwell expertise.....
I have a library of Cromwell MKIV/VII pictures and when I've come to complete the drivers hatch on my scratch build I've noticed the configuration varys. I have pics of 3 Cromwell IV' of the Welsh guards will three different configurations(1,2 and 3 on my sketch).
My main picture I'm working to shows config 3 and in a interview on the 'Tanks' series on Sky, a driver described 3 as a way of cooling the inside - if you open the back hatch it forced air down into the tanks as they were driving along. For this reason I like the idea of config 3, but I have more pictures showing 1 and 2
Anybody known the reason for the different configurations and which was the most common for a MkIV and VII?
Drivers hatch configuration - Cromwell Tank mk IV
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Drivers hatch configuration - Cromwell Tank mk IV
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Axis -H/L Panzer III, H/L Panzer IV, H/L Stug III, H/L Stug III (Schurzen), H/L Panther, H/L Tiger 1(early and late) and a H/L King Tiger(Porsche)
Allies - WSN T-34/85, H/L KV-1, H/L Sherman and a scratch Cromwell(in progress)
(all 1/16th scale)
Allies - WSN T-34/85, H/L KV-1, H/L Sherman and a scratch Cromwell(in progress)
(all 1/16th scale)
Re: Drivers hatch configuration - Cromwell Tank mk IV
I was really hoping that I could find an answer for you in this book I bought for my build: http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/2816202379 ... =82&chn=ps (And, I have had the book for awhile and didn't pay anywhere near what this guy is asking for it). But, it doesn't say anything about your question that I could find in it. The photos and overhead drawings that show the hatches are generic (not identified as a specific type), and show the 2/3 size that you drew as number 2. There are several side view drawings that show the different types of vehicle stowage, but they don't show the roof details - darn it!
PM me if you want me to make some copies of something for you. -Mike
PM me if you want me to make some copies of something for you. -Mike
Re: Drivers hatch configuration - Cromwell Tank mk IV
Thanks Mike,
Ironically I ordered the very same book a few days ago, for £10, it arrived this morning!
I too was hoping for a few pointers, great book with loads of detail - Just not on the hatches.
What I really liked was the details on the aux fuel tank - a pleasant surprise to find. Apparently all the recon tanks were fitted with these but pictures of tanks carrying them are few and far between.
Thanks for the feedback
Andrew
Ironically I ordered the very same book a few days ago, for £10, it arrived this morning!
I too was hoping for a few pointers, great book with loads of detail - Just not on the hatches.
What I really liked was the details on the aux fuel tank - a pleasant surprise to find. Apparently all the recon tanks were fitted with these but pictures of tanks carrying them are few and far between.
Thanks for the feedback
Andrew
Axis -H/L Panzer III, H/L Panzer IV, H/L Stug III, H/L Stug III (Schurzen), H/L Panther, H/L Tiger 1(early and late) and a H/L King Tiger(Porsche)
Allies - WSN T-34/85, H/L KV-1, H/L Sherman and a scratch Cromwell(in progress)
(all 1/16th scale)
Allies - WSN T-34/85, H/L KV-1, H/L Sherman and a scratch Cromwell(in progress)
(all 1/16th scale)
Re: Drivers hatch configuration - Cromwell Tank mk IV
There is also this book on the Cromwell Mk VIII. Cheaper, and has a lot of very good detail photos and drawings.
Re: Drivers hatch configuration - Cromwell Tank mk IV
Haven't seen than one before, I'll be getting a copy now 
Thanks
Thanks
Axis -H/L Panzer III, H/L Panzer IV, H/L Stug III, H/L Stug III (Schurzen), H/L Panther, H/L Tiger 1(early and late) and a H/L King Tiger(Porsche)
Allies - WSN T-34/85, H/L KV-1, H/L Sherman and a scratch Cromwell(in progress)
(all 1/16th scale)
Allies - WSN T-34/85, H/L KV-1, H/L Sherman and a scratch Cromwell(in progress)
(all 1/16th scale)
