Held over the bank holiday weekend of August 29,30,31 just south of the lovely village of Dunchurch, the Firepower Show is now in its Sixth year.
My decision to attend the show for the second time, was based on the weather. And luckily for us the sun gods came out to play on Saturday. So it was camera packed, cap for the old bold head and some drink, we were off down the A45. About an hour later we arrived at 11.45 am. My initial thanks must go to the nice couple on the car park who gave us a nice spot near the entrance.
We had arrived just in time for the first demo of the day. So with our dis-counted ticket we were in and found a nice spot. First off the rank was a demonstration of differing calibre rounds, fired from various weapons. Best of all was the 50mm round, as it made a few jump.
After this we had our first walk around the various exhibits. I was in my element here, as I spotted not One but Two Centurions. One Mk5 AVRE and I think a Mk13. Next was the truly "Bostin" Chieftain Mk10. 80k of tank and worth every penny. Then a lovely T55. At this point I spotted an old friends father, so it was all change to nattering time. And the topic of conversation turned to finding his son. How can you loose a 6' 5" man in a red T shirt. How ever we did find him in the end.
Part 2 followed and it was really good with a display of the driving ability of the CVRT. This included tight circle, speed and one vehicle forward whilst the other was in reverse nose to nose.
Last was a mock distance battle with lots of smoke and pyros. Very loud and great fun.
It was then over with my mates for a rest and a bite to eat. £2.50 for a burger, so I decided to have Two. I am now known as "Jimmy Two Burgers".Damned nice though.
Refreshed myself and my mate Lee had one last walk around. There were some very rare subjects, including a very strange DAF YA328 from 1955 owned by John Hicks.
My sincere thanks must go to Andrew Baker and all at The Alvis Fighting Vehicle Society. Also all the exhibitors including Tim Kavanagh with his amazing Saladin.
On with the picture show.
My decision to attend the show for the second time, was based on the weather. And luckily for us the sun gods came out to play on Saturday. So it was camera packed, cap for the old bold head and some drink, we were off down the A45. About an hour later we arrived at 11.45 am. My initial thanks must go to the nice couple on the car park who gave us a nice spot near the entrance.
We had arrived just in time for the first demo of the day. So with our dis-counted ticket we were in and found a nice spot. First off the rank was a demonstration of differing calibre rounds, fired from various weapons. Best of all was the 50mm round, as it made a few jump.
After this we had our first walk around the various exhibits. I was in my element here, as I spotted not One but Two Centurions. One Mk5 AVRE and I think a Mk13. Next was the truly "Bostin" Chieftain Mk10. 80k of tank and worth every penny. Then a lovely T55. At this point I spotted an old friends father, so it was all change to nattering time. And the topic of conversation turned to finding his son. How can you loose a 6' 5" man in a red T shirt. How ever we did find him in the end.
Part 2 followed and it was really good with a display of the driving ability of the CVRT. This included tight circle, speed and one vehicle forward whilst the other was in reverse nose to nose.
Last was a mock distance battle with lots of smoke and pyros. Very loud and great fun.
It was then over with my mates for a rest and a bite to eat. £2.50 for a burger, so I decided to have Two. I am now known as "Jimmy Two Burgers".Damned nice though.
Refreshed myself and my mate Lee had one last walk around. There were some very rare subjects, including a very strange DAF YA328 from 1955 owned by John Hicks.
My sincere thanks must go to Andrew Baker and all at The Alvis Fighting Vehicle Society. Also all the exhibitors including Tim Kavanagh with his amazing Saladin.
On with the picture show.