The Vimoutiers Tiger


Vimoutiers visit in October 2007

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08 - The tracks are almost new and clearly show the chevrons to wear off fast on the inside due to the steel wheels not supporting the whole track.

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09 - A lot of the track guide horns are broken

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10 - The tank is welded shut, but it is possible to put a small camera through some holes.

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25 - Tank versus fence - Tank wins!

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27 - Guide horns are hollow.

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28 - Rubber visible after a hit

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30 - Rear of top plate is chamfered

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34 - Fine thread in "Pilzen" might be the reason why we don't see photos of the mounted crane as it gets damaged easy!

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35 - Not exactly straight!

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36 - Also not straight!

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43 - The bare turret number: 251113 amp

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44 - Periscope openings are chamfered at the top rear.

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