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A photo-matched side panel from the oversize model miniature tank from Steven Spielberg's adventure sequel Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) rescued his father, Henry (Sean Connery), and Marcus Brody (Denholm Elliott) from a tank before it crashed down a cliffside.

While full-scale functional tank props (based on Mark VII tanks) were built for the film, a remote-controlled model miniature was constructed for shots of the tank going over the cliff. Dubbed "Babe" by the production, it was built at Elstree Studios under mechanical effects supervisor George Gibbs, who incorporated his own lawnmower engine into it. The metal model was over 6.5-feet long with removable side panels for interior access.

The tank model was shot on location at Rambla de las Salinas in Valencia, Spain and then shipped to Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) in California for bluescreen work. Following production it was sent to a scrapyard, where this right side section was recognized and recovered by a staff member before the remainder of the model was scrapped.

This two-part section is constructed of welded steel with a removable turret piece and a long breaker bar affixed with three green canvas supply bags, two "120/DAT" ammunition boxes, and two "YALNIZ SU" engine hatches. Loose metal wiring is attached along the edges and a hole underneath the cannon allows for a maneuvering rod to be inserted. This piece's paintwork and detailing matches to behind-the-scenes photos of the tank model being prepared for the drop shots.

This lot exhibits extensive rusting and discoloration throughout, chipped paint on the breaker, fraying canvas, repainted turret portions, and some broken or missing rivets. Dimensions: 74" x 19" x 12" (187 cm x 48.25 cm x 30.5)

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Estimate: $5,000 - 7,000Δ

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