In February 2018, history rolled back into Brisbane. Watch as Mephisto the world’s only surviving German A7V tank from World War I makes its extraordinary journey into Queensland Museum, where the Anzac Legacy Gallery was quite literally built around it. Moving this 30-tonne icon was no small feat – and this time lapse shows just how monumental the moment was. If you’re in town for the The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, take the opportunity to experience another piece of military history. You

Sturmpanzerwagen A7V Tank WW1 | Simple History

The only surviving example of a First World War German A7V tank is ‘Mephisto’ - and we were incredibly lucky to work with our friends at the Queensland Museum Kurilpa to feature this unique survivor, helping tell the story of the very first tank‑on‑tank duel in our most recent YouTube video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdlH_FDcDOI | The Tank Museum

The Mark IV entered service in May 1917 & was the first tank to be produced and used en masse. It was a male Mark IV tank which won the first ‘Tank vs Tank’ action in April 1918, knocking out German A7V 'Nixe'. There are just 6 left worldwide – and Fam’s here to give you a rare glimpse inside of ours! | The Tank Museum

How much do you think the Mark IV weighs? For more about the tank that knocked out the German A7V tank Nixe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgy9AeXmZJY Disclaimer: In reflection of our charitable objectives, this content may show weapons of war and/or historical imagery for educational purposes. | The Tank Museum