Witness the Incredible Transformation: Full Movie of Australian WWII M3 Grant Tank Restoration

Рет қаралды 1,220,175

The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum

5 ай бұрын

A feature length documentary showing the entire restoration of the AusArmour Grant Tank!
This WWII Grant Tank is part of the Australian Armour and Artillery Museum's restoration program.
Follow the progress of our workshop restorations every Wednesday! A must watch for students of history, engineering, mechanics and metalworking! 🧐🛠️
Subscribe to our channel & hit the notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an upload! ➡️ bit.ly/ausarmouryt
Keep up to date with the Museum!⬇️⬇️
Facebook ➡️ / ausarmour
Instagram ➡️ / ausarmour
Twitter ➡️ / ausarmour
Website ➡️ ausarmour.com
Email ➡️ info@ausarmour.com

Пікірлер: 579

@pancernyraffaello 5 ай бұрын

The best documented M3 Grant overhaul in history. Incredibly fascinating history and a wealth of knowledge for other reenactors. Polish tankers also served on these tanks. Kind regards.

@Sydney559 4 ай бұрын

This museum is the Best channel for restoration/overhaul videos !

@drbichat5229 4 ай бұрын

The tank is more than 80 years old, yet the bearings, final drive and transmission gears are perfect, as if they were made yesterday. We need to pay tribute to the people that designed, machined and build them. What an incredible job they did.

@garyphillips7993 5 ай бұрын

“…these are wear washers..” “Do they come out in the full moon?” 😂😂 Great restoration, thanks for the full movie 👍

@yukikaze7903 Күн бұрын

I was impressed by the mind-boggling number of parts and the skill with which they were restored, one by one, with precise workmanship. I had no idea that there was such a wide variety of tank parts, and it was a great learning experience. It was very interesting to see how the many parts were removed and assembled. I was very impressed to see the M3 running at the end! Thank you very much for your wonderful work. Please keep up the good work and take care of yourself!

@andybrown9427 5 ай бұрын

An hour and a half well spent. Congratulations to all involved and great editing Curt.😎

@garycharland3018 5 ай бұрын

I've said this before and it's worth saying again. You people are just amazing. What you do to fix this collection of junk is necessary and so cool. Thanks again for all you do.

@georgebusby6466 10 күн бұрын

This is fascinating, my Dad was a Technical Sergeant with the 20th Armored Division "The Liberators". That's the Division that Liberated the concentration camp " Dachau". He used to fiddle with those giant GM engines and the Rolls-Royce Merlins they would put in the Shermans that his guys would drive. He was one of the fellows who would keep 'em Rollin' down the European roads. He left us on 7 July 1970. Miss him still, I do.

@kiwifruit27 5 ай бұрын

It looks absolutely awesome and the smile on Darrell’s face says it all 😊

@chugg535 5 ай бұрын

Thank you Kurt for all the awesome videos this last year! Happy Christmas to you, and everyone at Aus armour.

@dickdegraaff5452 5 ай бұрын

Dear guys, This Australian WWII M3 Grant Tank is absolutely beautiful restored and this project was done with a lot of love, a great precision and eye for every detail. Everybody can see with how much dedication this restoration is done so I’m very very impressed. Look forward to your next vlog and send you love from the Netherlands

@andrewsteele7663 5 ай бұрын

Workshop Wednesday+++ I am in heaven, Thanks Kurt for a fantastic job, plus thanks to the team for the brilliant work they have done to make the Grant a success. Cheers & Merry Christmas

@babylonsburning1 5 ай бұрын

What a transformation !. You guys must have such a sense of satisfaction. Spending a year of your lives turning a wreck into a running machine that will bring enjoy to thousands. We are not worthy. Cheers from Blighty.

@michaelmclaren7373 5 ай бұрын

Always thankful for my WW fix. Thanks Kurt!

@bkizers 3 ай бұрын

As a retired master mechanic I totally enjoyed watching your rebuild. It must give you great pride and many bumps and bruises. Great job A+ Vietnam Veteran

@dick8193 5 ай бұрын

One of the very best tank restoration videos I have ever seen. Thanks to all of you!

@tdb7992 5 ай бұрын

I'm sitting here building a Lego Concorde whilst you guys are putting together a WWII M3 Grant with Australian specifications. I'm guessing yours is slightly more difficult than my build!

@williammaxwell1919 5 ай бұрын

I wasn't expecting a 1.5 hour video drop, but its interesting to see all the segments as one doco

@thomassmart4088 5 ай бұрын

"Neverseize - the mechanics glitter"

@randyvillacin5562 4 ай бұрын

Mix emotion here and a little tears of joy I'm not an Aussie I just admire the effort and knowledge you guys put in to restore and preserve history salute from 🇨🇿

@stevebacon5466 2 күн бұрын

This was an incredibly good job guy's. 👏 a pleasure to watch.

@erwinhoes5090 4 ай бұрын

It has beeing an honor to let me ( and so many other tubers) to watch this special tank overhaul. I admire your local feelings about this restoration, and all history about it. This is again another valuable little suitcase of information for my brain!

@re1644 5 ай бұрын

So, I watched all parts of the restauration... Oh look, all parts in one complete movie! ...Watched it again... 👍😊👍

@daveyates8113 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely fantastic. To bring back an iconic piece of war time history is an an achievement. so proud of you all.

@davidwalls2363 4 ай бұрын

Somewhere there’s a 105 year old screaming at their phone “you can’t put the traverse mechanism in before the gun”

@Alecsdakid_16 27 күн бұрын

Would that be you?

@davidwalls2363 26 күн бұрын

It will be now. Learn something everyday.

@louiszemek5058 5 ай бұрын

Just want to say a huge thanks for all the work In the past year to bring us into your shop for these restorations! I marvel at the skills set of each of you. Looking forward to 2024! With that said, God bless each of you, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Mississippi, USA.

@maxasaurus3008 Ай бұрын

Not too shabby with that gas axe, I’m jelly! Great work boys!

@alexlanning712 4 ай бұрын

Love the "keep go'in " --on the easy end

@NinjaKittyBonks 5 ай бұрын

I love how the mirrored-gears are designed, so as to maintain contact with the spindle gear. Something truly beautiful about a well designed machine.

@petar-perangrbic8680 6 күн бұрын

Majstori svaka čast vi ste pravi tim za obnovu mašina koje su za otpad i sa svojim požrtvovanim radom vraćate ih u novi život svima vama želim puno sreće i zdravlja kao i napretka u vašem radu. Sretno.

@JACK69034 4 ай бұрын

The M3 Grant series is what introduced me to Aus Armor and now I look forward to every workshop Wednesday.

@MGB-learning 5 ай бұрын

Outstanding video of the complete restoration.

@keithgarland3404 5 ай бұрын

Fantastic project, thanks for producing this extended video.

@nicolapellegrino1072 5 ай бұрын

I've absolutely loved this documentary. Please make more of them, I really appreciate your job and efforts making this machine running again. I can't wait to know what's next on the schedule. 🙂

@Brendissimo1 3 ай бұрын

WOW. I forgot how much more complete this one was at the start compared to the StuG III. You guys are basically building that StuG, almost from scratch.

@eckomob6898 3 ай бұрын

Fellas please release more long form content. It's absolutely fascinating to see the restoration, it's truly a lost art.

@fw1421 4 ай бұрын

Ryan is a rare breed of mechanic. You are so lucky to have him. Well to be honest,all your guys are incredible fabricators and restorers. My hats off to all of them.i look forward to every Wednesday update!

@mojopin2520 2 ай бұрын

My 4 year son really enjoys your videos. Hopefully he becomes a engineer in the future.

@user-oq7xg8jo5g 29 күн бұрын

Fantastic work gents!

@ajpotter7151 5 ай бұрын

Always a pleasure to watch all of your amazing work!

@willwade1101 4 ай бұрын

When it comes to restoration you do what you have to. If the boys had that trans back in the day they would not have hesitated to use it. I salute you for your ingenuity.

@jamenate2002 4 ай бұрын

From Spain, congratulations. Magnificent work, a great effort not to lose the armored history.

@daleburnfart6845 3 ай бұрын

As an American it makes me smile to see people take pride in their own history.

@bjo889 5 ай бұрын

Really impressive! My father rode around in one of these in North Africa.

@Spartan902 4 ай бұрын

I remember when I got a model of this tank and I had to decide if I wanted it to be a Lee or a Grant tank. Great work guys and thanks for the footage. Hope the cleanup after the cyclone wasn't too bad.

@Tonyblack261 5 ай бұрын

As luck will have it - I'm currently building a 1:35 scale Grant, with interior. The video has been a great source of info during the build. Thanks guys!

@wolfgangemmerich7552 5 ай бұрын

I build my first GRANT & SHERMAN 50 years ago in 1: 32 scale bud i cant remember the maker ... Machbox ... Monogram.... AIRFIX ? 50 years ago the 1:32 scale was very popular because its matched to the ARIFIX Soldiers . This 1: 32 Kits was the first ones with the original scaled ,, Central return roller suspension " ! May i ask you whats the maker of your Grant 1:35 , and ist the full interior incl. the kit ? My favorits 1: 35 makers are TAMIYA , ACADEMY, AFV & RESICAST . I use to build al kits with VERLINDEN interior kits & full working KETTENKASTEN tracks. Greetings from a old german Scale builder .

@davidwatson353 4 ай бұрын

Hi guys I watched the whole video, a true labour of love and a fitting memorial to the guys who served and fought in it back in the day

@russellbanfield1704 5 ай бұрын

Brilliant job fellas and a great job in the editing also. Have a Great Christmas and New Year. Hope the Cyclone didnt cause you too much grief.

@davidstrother496 4 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed the Workshop Wednesday series on the M3 Grant, and seeing it all documented again in this version is great as well. You are all the best at what you do. Cheers from Texas.

@jamesclukey7488 24 күн бұрын

That was extremely satisfying ! Seeing the expertise of assembly was great, but the effort during the tear down was inspiring ! Good job guys ! Thanks for posting this on your channel !

@chuxxsss 5 ай бұрын

All the best from down south. The floods look wild up NQ. I remember living in Townsville only having to lock stuff down. Stay safe.

@Chris.Davies 4 ай бұрын

I wish I had more upvotes to give. I'll come to visit from NZ.

@ludachris6086 5 ай бұрын

Wishing you Guys down there a Merry Xmas and a Happy New year!

@MADMAX353 2 ай бұрын

Wow!!! What a labor of love! You guys did an outstanding job! Could watch your tank restoration videos all day....love seeing historical military vehicles restored to running order by true skilled professionals. Thank you.

@user-cb5ls6vq2b 4 ай бұрын

Hi guys,brilliant series. Tight bolts. Something I learnt in the mining industry. Do not heat around the bolt,actually heat the bolt to a cherry red, let it cool for a few minutes, then hit with a rattle gun. The heat brakes the rust and also stretches the bolt. We had bolts on our face shovels that had a hole through the bolt in which we would insert a heating rod. When up to temp we could wind the nut on. Remove the heat rod and the bolt would contract. Tight as a fishes butt. Same works for a normal bolt,obviously without the hole in the guts. Love watching you guys. Cheers

@asya9493 4 ай бұрын

91 minutes does not do justice to the work and expertise that has gone into this restoration. This is just stunning. When I'm in FNQ next, I'll be there 👍

@lisaburnett2771 5 ай бұрын

Very well done gentlemen.

@derekturner3272 4 ай бұрын

Watching this beast be revived and knowing it's what my grandfather served in is a pleasure and I'm grateful you guys are doing it. Preserving our past. While I fear so much has been forgotten that we're quickly headed back to another global conflict, every little bit helps to convey to the younger generation that avoiding war is so much more important that all the garbage they have us distracted with today.

@delzworld2007 5 ай бұрын

I love to watch these guys working. They really know what they are doing.

@Thebois-rb3qe 3 ай бұрын

I remember watching the first video and being mad that there wasn't a new video right when I was done, so whenever I got home from school I would run to my laptop, open the channel and look to see if there was an update, finally, it's done and now i can watch the entire thing in one video!

@richardverkade3520 5 ай бұрын

"do they come out on a full moon?" - classic

@miked8227 26 күн бұрын

Second time around for me on here. I appreciate skilled craftsman not just straight forward disassemble but the element of time n deterioration. Well done 👍🏻🇺🇸

@roberts1938 4 ай бұрын

Hard work. This film shows us how much effort it takes to make museum exhibits and vehicles be presented to the public. These are costs and a lot of effort so that a museum visitor can see a vehicle in a usable condition.

@josesolorio821 2 ай бұрын

Awesome job guys, I wish I was there to help you guys out. God bless you all and keep up the great work😁👍

@stuartlew1229 5 ай бұрын

brilliant

@103erik 5 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed the "long version" of the restoration, even after having seen the earlier short episodes. Keep up the good work!

@richardandrews6754 4 ай бұрын

Fantastic work to all involved. Great to see this tank rise from a pile of rust.

@onmyworkbench7000 4 ай бұрын

I stumbled on to this video and just could not stop watching, you boys did an *_OUTSTAND JOB bringing that tank back to LIFE!!!_* I take my hat off to you!!!

@patrickprendergast9027 4 ай бұрын

Unbelievable, what great teamwork. The men from down under show what they are made of once again.

@marinussnijder7941 5 ай бұрын

It is puzzling me that I like these videos as much as the ones of watch restorations 😂 Nice job guys 👍

@mcfontaine 4 ай бұрын

I’m absolutely blown away by the skill of all those involved in this work. Simply amazing and thank you for all your hard work guys.

@fredhayes6162 4 ай бұрын

I have really enjoyed this year watching you bring this beauty back to life for future generations to admire. Thank you.

@jameshall6147 5 ай бұрын

Wow if it wasn't for guys like you history would be erased, loved every minute of this video. Thankyou

@williamcarroll8601 Ай бұрын

Absolutely fascinating. It’s hard to comprehend the engineering that went into these amazing machines.

@alessandrobientinesi2625 5 ай бұрын

Se riuscirò un giorno a visitare il vostro paese, la tappa obbligata sarà senz'altro il Vostro Museo!!!!Ancora complimenti per il vostro eccezionale lavoro!!!! Buon Natale a tutti voi 👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

@mr_p_191 14 күн бұрын

I love these videos i also sent it to my dad and i know he will like it😍

@user-nk1fp1hv1e 15 күн бұрын

Это органический труд .Благодарность ребятам . Я танкист и очень люблю такие ролики . Рестовраторам огромная благодарность . Привет из Чечни.

@stephenbesley3177 4 ай бұрын

I just love the process of stripping back; cleaning and rebuilding as original. It's almost like building a brand new tank

@LesWalker2023 4 ай бұрын

Fantastic! The guys really brought their game and produced one heck of a tank! Bravo! And proud of you all! Great work!

@luckyguy600 3 ай бұрын

God, I do love working old machines. Such a thrill to see them rise out of the dead and work just like they used to. Too bad we can't do that with the old veterans that drove them. Sniff Sniff

@rufiorufioo 3 ай бұрын

6,258 Built of these built and you have one. Absolutely incredible. Fantastic work restoring this historical piece up!

@JoeyWebber955 4 ай бұрын

One year of work , condensed into roughly 90 minutes . It is still amazing .

@JimMorris-BigLakeMedia 4 ай бұрын

This Grant full restoration video was immensely satisfying to watch! You boys are doing wonderful and amazing work down there, thank you for allowing us to share in your endeavors. Till next time, Cheers! - Jim

@CameronMcCreary 4 ай бұрын

Very nice and proper work and the finish is superb. Thanks for showing this to us. I noticed the workmanship of the oval headed gun mounting bolts; they are very well made. It is difficult to purchase such high quality bolts unless one has them bespoke turned.

@Rich77UK 4 ай бұрын

I doff my cap to the farmer that owned this and did the restoration work. He was a bright fella as he did a great job, leaving you chaps with a fantastic starting point.

@user-mm1jh3bq6u 4 ай бұрын

Das alles, all die gemachte Arbeit an dem Panzer. Das verdient Respekt. Es wurde alles penibel und richtig gemacht, jede einzelne schraube wurde repariert und jede Stelle egal wo die sich befand restauriert. Super Arbeit

@Absaalookemensch 4 ай бұрын

Thank you guys for bringing history back to life. Well done.

@linmal2242 4 ай бұрын

So glad I was a Sig and not a Tankie or RAEME ! You guys are amazing !

@ShitterMcGavin 3 ай бұрын

Its such a pleasure watching you boys work. Whoevers idea it was to film it, Id love to hug em. Yall are so talented and hard working.

@badbug72 4 ай бұрын

Simply amazing, well done! I could not possibly imagine being an enemy soldier and seeing this cathedral of steel coming towards you.

@geosutube 4 ай бұрын

I found the site by accident and was thoroughly enchanted and fascinated, through the entire restoration process. Your folks at Oz armor have done a wonderful, wonderful job and are 😊 dedicated to the work that you've undertaken. You are now one of my favorite stops on my KZfaq tour. I will always be checking in with whatever you do.

@russelltindale9428 4 ай бұрын

Amazing job. Its really nice to watch these old tanks get fixed up. keep up the good work!!

@edim108 Ай бұрын

Honestly it's amazing to see how little mechanics changed in the last century. Pretty much all that happened is that we have better materials and a lot more electronics.

@Mark-et8vh 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely incredible. I’m so grateful I happened across your channel. Given its shortcomings, the Grant remains my favorite allied tank of WWII. As a kid, I dreamed often of having one. To see this - not just restoration, but miraculous rebirth, makes me feel as if I achieved that dream. After watching you all pour yourselves into this, I can barely imagine what the crews and mechanics went through all those years ago. Thank you again for such an amazing presentation.

@frdradio 4 ай бұрын

The coffin for seven brothers. Nice vid

@hiddentruth1982 4 ай бұрын

that is some heavy duty work. I'm glad to see a Grant getting restored. They weren't a popular tank but they were better than what was available at the time.