A7V Malcador Defender

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This is a reworked version of m_bergman's A7V tank featured in "1-200 WWI tanks and vehicles" and Mkhand_Industries' "Epic Scale Malcador Defender v2". It serves as a substitute for the Malcador Defender, currently scaled to fit Epic 40k. If you want it for use in 28mm Warhammer 40k (as I do), I recommend scaling it up by 487.8%. I hope everyone enjoys this model and shares any pictures if they print it out! Malcador Defender Background: The Malcador 'Defender' is one of the most unusual, yet effective, Malcador variants in existence. It's more common than the original design. Its limited-traverse turret embrasure has been completely rebuilt with five Heavy Bolters providing complete 360° coverage around the tank. The Demolisher Cannon and sponson weapons remain intact. With its new role as a breakthrough tank, the Malcador 'Defender' is a mobile fortress perfect for close-quarters combat in urban and trench warfare scenarios. The Demolisher is used to blast enemy strongpoints and fortifications. Although it requires a larger crew of eight troopers cramped into the tight hull, this setup forces the commander to also serve as a heavy bolter gunner. Operating close to resupply or support helps mitigate some of the original design's weaknesses.