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British Tank Crew Oversuit (Pixie suit) by Kay Canvas

£199.99 £166.66

British Tank Crew Oversuit by Kay Canvas

The British Tank Crew Oversuit was nicknamed by British Soldiers the Pixie suit

It was introduced in July 1943 as a replacement for previous assorted uniforms and oilskin clothing worn by Tank crew to keep warm and dry. Commonly known as a tank suit or Pixie suit it was a one piece coverall which is lined with a removable hood. They were made to fit loosely and normal battle dress could be worn underneath in extreme cold and a vest with shorts in warmer weather. The tank suit was made of a very heavy cotton in khaki colour with 2 full length zips from neck to ankle for easy access and brace straps to hold up the suit when arms were removed for heavy work like track bashing.

British Tank Crew Oversuit by Kay Canvas 

The British Tank Crew Oversuit was nicknamed by British Soldiers the Pixie suit 

It was introduced in July 1943 as a replacement for previous assorted uniforms and oilskin clothing worn by Tank crew to keep warm and dry. Commonly known as a tank suit or Pixie suit it was a one piece coverall which is lined with a removable hood. They were made to fit loosely and normal battle dress could be worn underneath in extreme cold and a vest with shorts in warmer weather. The tank suit was made of a very heavy cotton in khaki colour with 2 full length zips from neck to ankle for easy access and brace straps to hold up the suit when arms were removed for heavy work like track bashing.

Tan Crew Oversuit details

  • Khaki Cotton fabric
  • Heavy/tough fabric
  • Brass press studs
  • 2 x full length Brass zips
  • Grey wool lining 
  • High collar lined with 2 straps for closing 
  • 2 x thigh map pockets
  • 2 x lower small ankle pockets
  • 2 x Front chest pocket one with pen slots
  • Waist belt with metal buckle
  • 2 x Internal chest pockets 
  • 2 x snap fastened Hand warmer pockets
  • Tabs on ankles for adjustment
  • Shoulder epaulets 
  • Detachable lined hood
  • Internal braces
  • Reinforced elbow pads 
  • Internal elastic cuffs
  • adjustable snap fastened cuffs

Size 4 Small 38

Size  5 medium  40"

Size 6 large  42"

Size 7 X Large  44" 

size 8 XX large 46" 

Maximum height of size is 6ft

Specification
Brand Kay Canvas
Restricted Product? No
Affiliation British
Service Army
Rank Rating Enlisted, Officer
Jacket/Tunic Style Insulated Padded
Clothing Features Shower Resistant