Model Conversion Kit Specification
Scale: 1/35
Included Components:
Resin conversion components to depict short-hull ARV Mk-2.
Full recovery equipment, including:
Cables and brass main winch cable with resin end fittings
Rear anchor spade with spade frame jib
Snatch blocks, gun planks, bumper bar, and standard stowage
Commanders 0.30 Browning MG.
Etched brass detail set: mesh stowage trays and additional fine exterior details.
Full-colour decal sheet with marking options for multiple vehicles.
 
Vehicle Overview
Designation: Centurion Armoured Recovery Vehicle Mk-2 (ARV Mk-2)
Base Platform: Centurion Gun Tank (AFV Club kits; Meteor engine versions required)
Role: Armoured recovery and support vehicle for Centurion main battle tanks.

Operational History:
Standard British ARV from 1956, with some units serving in the Gulf War (1990–1991).
Final Centurion ARV Mk-2 units withdrawn from service in 1995.
Converted from Centurion gun tanks, producing two primary hull variants:
Long hull (based on Centurion Mk-1/2)
Short hull (based on Centurion Mk-3/5) – majority of the 300+ produced.
Short-hull variant also supplied to export customers worldwide, sometimes in modified form.
 
Optional Enhancements
“Hush Puppy” tracks
Resin wheels
Drivers compartment detail
Etched skirt plates
 
Completed Model Dimensions (approximate over rear jib/spade)
Length: 10.5 in (267 mm)
Width: 3.75 in (95 mm)
Height: 3.5 in (89 mm)
 
Notes
Conversion kit only; a donor AFV Club Centurion kit (Meteor engine version) is required for full assembly.
Designed to enhance kit accuracy and operational detail.