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8CH Centurion
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Posted: Friday, August 31, 2007 - 12:09 PM UTC
I was wondering if the 8CH in Germany around 1970 had Centurions painted in the 3 tone camo pattern with 105mm guns. I can't seem to find anything saying yes or no so if somebody has some information It would help clear this up for me.
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Posted: Friday, August 31, 2007 - 01:51 PM UTC
Nope not the 8CH.

The RCD took over the Centurion Mk.11LRs from the LdSH(RC) in 1970.

In 1969 the Centurions were still in the 4 colour cam pattern. Starting in 1970 they started being painted in the 3 colour cam pattern.

The 8CH did not return to Germany until 1986 when they replaced the RCD.
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Posted: Saturday, September 01, 2007 - 03:54 AM UTC
I knew there was a gap during the 8CH deployments to Germany well thanks Jason!
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