UK Mark IV Female 1917 Flirt II (6870179)

This ready-made Artitec model reproduces the British Army Mark IV Female tank “Flirt II” in a dark, heavily weathered 1917 finish. The model carries prominent F.4 and 2179 markings together with small unit insignia, while layered dust, grime, chipped paint, rust streaking, and worn track surfaces create the appearance of a vehicle exposed to prolonged battlefield service.

The model captures the Mark IV’s distinctive rhomboid hull, full-length tracks, riveted armor construction, and projecting side sponsons fitted with machine-gun armament. Additional details include external unditching rails and beam, securing chains, exhaust components, access panels, individual rivets, track links, towing fittings, and deeply weathered running surfaces. Artitec identifies the model as a ready-made 1:87 HO scale British Army release.

• Ready-Made 1:87 / HO scale Artitec model
• British Army Mark IV Female tank “Flirt II” with machine-gun armament rather than the Male variant’s side-mounted 6-pounder guns
• Distinctive rhomboid hull with full-length wraparound tracks and projecting female side sponsons
• Side-mounted machine guns with armored apertures, protective shutters, and detailed sponson access panels
• Roof-mounted unditching rails and rear beam with securing chains, exposed exhaust pipe and silencer, roof panels, and fittings
• Riveted armor plating with vision ports, circular inspection covers, access hatches, towing loops, and individual track-link detailing
• Dark British WWI Brown finish with F.4 and 2179 markings and small unit insignia
• Heavy battlefield weathering with faded paint, grime, chipped edges, rust staining, dusty lower surfaces, and worn tracks
• Ideal for World War I, Western Front, British Army, trench-warfare, and battlefield scenes
• Suitable for military collectors, HO-scale layouts, vehicle displays, and dioramas
  

Artitec's Ready-Made models are handcrafted from high-quality resin and produced in limited runs. Each model is expertly preassembled, hand-painted, and often subtly weathered to recreate the appearance of a real vehicle in use. Because every model is finished by hand, small variations may occur, making each piece unique.

Artitec uses vacuum-cast resin to reproduce exceptionally fine, true-to-scale details that can be difficult to achieve with conventional manufacturing methods. Etched-brass parts are added where appropriate to capture delicate components and further enhance realism.

Each model is assembled, painted, and weathered by skilled specialists—a process requiring considerable time, precision, and experience. Artitec Ready-Made models are ideal for collectors seeking exceptional detail and realism without the time and effort required to build and finish a model kit.