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I must say that the Fox has created quite a stir and when the local vehicles go out, they in turn cause a flutter as well ( even my landie as that is done out as a British vehicle, camo and all) Military vehicles are a rarity in themselves down here, it is very good and marvellous to take them into schools and see the joy on the kids faces! :cry: Being the only "living" military historian within bulls roar within the state makes it even more rewardfing for me. Cheers Troy PS Sadly being at the bottom of the world :shocked: quite literally our kiddies never get see vehicles like Saracens, Ferrets or Centurions which makes it all the more worthwile working to get these into the country and the state. Cheers again

25K.....thats about $50,000 Aussie :shocked: I could have two Foxes LOL! Basil the Fox is now off the coast of Pakistan LOL...three weeks till he gets here

G'day all Wasn't trying to upsey anyone, but was just curious about the vehicle was all Here is the post for it! http://www.milweb.net/webverts/53847/ No pocket money to afford it anyway LOL

Whats the story on the Vickers for sale at MILWEB...anyone know how much they want for it and its history?? Cheers Troy

I would certainly like to, we are still trying to scrape funds together for a Saracen as well. It all depends on what she who must be obeyed says LOL. As you know it costs us a heap to cross this little patch of water between us and the mainland LOL. I suppose I could always drive him up there...wonder what the cops would think! Cheers Troy

Hey all It was rather a shock to find out these vehicles were here in Australia....anyway it dosn't really matter. I was interested because they are Foxes and I thought the only Vixen left was in Bovington. Well at least I know where to go if my gearbox goes tits up :-D I have seen the Scorpion turrets on Fox bodies ( rather Frankenstien don't you think LOL)but never thought they had been operational. My Fox was last time I looked (6 days ago) halfway down the Suez Canal...he is due in Tasmania on the 3rd of October...does anyone know if they still drain the vehicles and disconnect the batteries? Cheers Troy

I just got told that there is a Fox with a Scorpion turret here as well as a Vixen in Sydney. Does anyone know how these two got to Australia? or their history? :shocked: Cheers Troy

Well I reckin we should approach the folks at H4H.... Those wanting pennants get in touch with me and I will point you towards the promised land! Cheers Troy

Okay lads! cost per pennant is 15 pounds. They are happy to do up something for H4H too. That 15 pds is for a swallow tailed pennant. Description : BESPOKE PENNANTS Design : Design 1 Design 2 Design 1 – As above but red over white Design 2 – As above Quality : Best quality MoD approved woven polyester as used by the British Admiralty, not to be confused with budget conscious knitted fabrics Application : Appliquéd (sewn) Sewing : Hemmed, headed, roped and toggled Quantity Size Price Each 1 (each) 12” x 8” : Design 1 or 2 £15 GBP Sterling

I have emailed the Newton people asking about the H4H flags and will let you know what they say. Is there any particular design?? we may need a pic. I may be half a planet away but would like to help out :-) Cheers Troy (Soon to be Fox owner)

I haven't heard back from them yet...bit of a time difference ! I have asked for the Red/White one pictured earlier in the topic and one done up in 9/12th Lancers...I will then stitch an embroided badge to it. Lets do something for our fellas fighting the r**g heads :shocked:, I think a vehicle pennant is a great idea...perhaps a red/white/blue one or one with the Army lion on it perhaps I will let you know what the flag guys get back to me with. Cheers Troy :cool2:

These are the guys that are making the vehicle pennants up...perhaps we can ask them? I think here in Australia we don't do as much for our fellas as you guys do in the UK :blush: michaela@newtonnewtonflags.com

I have found a place that is willing to make the aerial pennants......but I need specs, does anyone have photos and dimensions that I can supply to the maker?/ Cheers Troy

Thanks mate It was an old book after all Fox now all at sea 03 October delievery date Chhers Troy

Yes I was just wondering as I was reading a bit about the British Army in Cyprus the other day and was wondering if they were still using the Saladin's and Ferrets there. Cheers Troy

What vehicles do they still have in Cyprus? Are they still using the Ferrets, Saladins and Saracens? Cheers Troy :cool2:

No joy there! Will just have to keep the old eyeballs open :shocked:

No I haven't will go over and have a look! Thanks mate!

Iam looking for a stable belt for the 9/12th Lancers. I need a 38" and have been unable to find one of that size on e bay :blush:. You fellas have any idea? Cheers Troy

Whats the story behind the "pink dwarves"?? :shocked:

Wish to god I was there...maybe next year . Good luck to everyone! Have a top weekend. Cheers Troy

whoops did quite get there aMD=guE2

The bikers rally sounds like some sort of political party.....

LOL Iam not worried about carbon footprints.....politicians churn out more hot air than a Centurion! But I would still like to get my hands on a Saracen..

Thats great mate...thank you for that! Cheers Troy