Every year for TANKFEST we work with other collections to bring you a variety of guest vehicles, which will be on display in the arena. Check this page for regular updates on which guest vehicles will be appearing at TANKFEST 2025.
King Tiger (Tiger II)
The world’s only running King Tiger tank will be here for TANKFEST 2025, thanks to World of Tanks and the Musée des Blindés. The Musée des Blindés’ vehicle was assembled from parts of different King Tigers captured by the Allies at the end of the Second World War. Find out more HERE.
AJAX
Ajax is the first British vehicle to be fitted with a cased telescoped 40mm canon, designed to fire a number of different types of ammunition, including APFSDS, and marks the next generation of British armoured vehicles. Find out more HERE.
M3 Grant
The M3 is famous for its use by the British in North Africa during WWII. This vehicle was recently acquired for the Bannister Historic Armour Collection. Following an initial phase of restoration, it will make its running debut at TANKFEST. Find out more HERE.
AMX-13
The AMX-13 is a French light tank, produced from the 1950s to the 1980s and exported to over 25 different nations. This particular AMX-13 was manufactured in France and sports a 105mm rifled main armament. It has been fully restored by FARG Motorpool, serviced and resprayed green, with decals added to represent its French heritage.
Charioteer
Lauren Child’s Charioteer is making its TANKFEST debut in 2025. As newer tanks entered service, Charioteers were sold to Britain’s allies including those in the Middle East. This tank was captured during the Lebanese Civil War by Israeli forces, but has been restored to Lebanese army colours to match its history. Find out more here.
T-55A
The T-54 and T-55 were introduced after the Cold War and were the most-produced tanks in history. They have been used in numerous conflicts over the last 70 years. Richard Moore’s T-55A is currently being repainted ahead of TANKFEST 2025 to restore it to its original green Czech colour scheme. Find out more here.
Centurion Mk 13
Norfolk Tank Museum’s Centurion Mark 13 returns to TANKFEST. Built in 1957, this vehicle originated as a Mark 8 but was upgraded multiple times in its service history, first as a Mark 10, then later as a Mark 13 after receiving new range finding instruments and thermal sleeve to the barrel.
M5A1 Stuart
The M5A1 Stuart was the final stage of evolution of a single line in Light Tanks until it was replaced by the M24 Chaffee in 1944. This particular Stuart is a new addition to the Bannister Collection and made its Tank Museum debut at Tiger Day Spring.
M24 Chaffee
The M24 light tank entered service with the US Army in winter 1944, during the Battle of the Bulge. British Army Units who operated these tanks, included the reconnaissance squadrons of the 7th Armoured Division (The Desert Rats). This vehicle is part of the Bannister Collection.
Valentine DD
The world’s last Valentine Duplex Drive will return to the arena this TANKFEST. One of Hobart’s funnies, it was used for training in the run up to D-Day and was one of the first tanks to be fitted with a floatation screen. It is owned and maintained by John Pearson.
M4A1 Sherman
The M4 Sherman was the most widely used medium tank by the US forces and their Allies during the Second World War. It was also the basis of several variations, including SPGs, tank destroyers, and other specialized vehicles. This vehicle is owned by Chris Till.
1920-pattern Rolls Royce Armoured Car
We’re proud to welcome back the Irish Army’s 1920-pattern Rolls Royce Armoured Car, Sliabh na mBan.
An important part of Irish Military history – it will be on display alongside the only other surviving running example, from our collection!
