British Challenger 2 (Desertised)

Tamiya 1/35 scale model done in acrylics, oils and pigments. It’s depicted here as used by the Royal Scots  Dragoon Guards 7th Armored Brigade in Afghanistan of April, 2003. The white panels are thermal signature reduction panels designed to help distinguish the tank as a friendly unit when viewed through night vision or thermal imaging equipment; they appear as distinct dark areas against the hotter background of the tank, making it easier for friendly forces to identify them during combat situations. This is a result of many friendly fire incidents during Desert Storm.