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Tankfest 2017 Bovington

SG500

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I went to Bovington yesterday for a great day out at Tankfest.
Some pictures below.
Dave.

The tiger display was busy so VERY difficult to get decent photos without people in the picture. A fantastic display though and highly recommended.

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Ammo and Barrels.

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This may be of interest.

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WW1 tanks

Mk V Track plate

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Outstanding, Amazing, and all those Superlative words! I love the displays of the Gun Assemblies! They could have used a lot more Ammo displays.
 
Outstanding, Amazing, and all those Superlative words! I love the displays of the Gun Assemblies! They could have used a lot more Ammo displays.

I agree, for keen ammo collectors the ammo displays aren't too good, either limited to a single round next to some of the tanks or clamped to some of the barrel displays. They do have a wonderful room out of sight from the public that I was fortunate to see years ago that has all sorts of nice ammo items which would be great if displayed.
 
Bovington is better than Saumur, in my opinion.

When I went to Saumur earlier this year, I thought it was quite grotty inside, definitely needed a clean up.

The Tanks were superb, but the place looked "tired" with a clear lack of investment. :(

Bovington on the other hand, is nice and clean and up to date.

Saumur is well worth a visit, but considering the exhibits they have, the actual Museum was a bit of a let down.

Thanks for posting these great pictures :top:
 
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