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On display daily , discover genuine pieces of history including captured items from World War I & II , Northern Africa and the Pacific . See history up close , view tanks , armoured personnel carriers , anti-tank vehicles , anti-tank guns , anti-aircraft guns , field guns , howitzers , self-propelled guns and specialist vehicles . Vehicles , weaponry and artillery you usually only get to see in the movies , all in one convenient location in Far North Queensland .
Add some excitement to your day and join us for a ride in our custom fitted APC ( Armoured Personnel Carrier ) which seats 10 passengers . The APC has a turret on top to replicate the look of a tank but with comfort design to suit all . Rides are available onsite daily at 11am and 2pm ( subject to demand , minimum of 4 people ).
Our custom built WWII shooting gallery is now open . Join us downstairs for your opportunity to shoot military related bolt action rifles ( including a WWII British 303 and German Mauser ) under the supervision of our highly qualified safety officers . There are 2 lanes setup which allows two shooters to shoot simultaneously at distances of up to 50 metres .
We offer the perfect experience for the whole family , there is even a Kids corner where children can take a photo dressed as a real soldier , try on genuine army gear and play on the battle recreation table allowing their imaginations to run wild .
During your visit , enjoy a coffee , cool drink or snack in our self-serve café area or browse through our retail section where you will find a surprisingly diverse collection of specialty items including model kits , paints , toys , puzzles , reference books and souvenirs .
The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum offers aspects to interest every age so come and see us sometime soon for a Cairns experience with a bang !
Pictured top : Kettenkrad sdKfz2 , above : British valentine infantry tank , below : saladin
1145 KAmeruNgA roAd , smithfield , Next to sKyrAil ANd tJAPuKAi T : 07 4038 1665 e : iNfo @ AusArmour . com w : www . AusArmour . com
92 touring australia magazine • summer 2017