The Australian Armour and Artillery Museum

The Australian Armour and Artillery Museum displays more than 150 military vehicles and artillery pieces from various conflicts and nations in its exhibition halls. The collection ranges from armored vehicles to large-caliber weapons and documents military technology development across several decades.

The museum opened in September 2014 and focuses on equipment from World War I through the modern period. The collection tells the story of Australia's military involvement in global conflicts across roughly a century.

The museum honors the service of Indigenous Australian soldiers across different conflicts through its exhibitions. Visitors can discover their often-overlooked contributions to military history here.

Visitors can access information about the vehicles through guided tours, educational programs, and interactive displays on-site. The facilities are designed for different age groups and offer varying levels of detail when exploring.

The museum houses vehicles from various countries alongside Australian models, allowing visitors to compare different engineering approaches and military strategies. This international perspective reveals how nations developed and deployed their tanks and artillery differently.

Location: Smithfield

Official opening: September 6, 2014

Address: 2 Skyrail Drive, Smithfield, Cairns, Queensland 4878

Phone: +61740381665

Email: info@ausarmour.com

Website: http://ausarmour.com

GPS coordinates: -16.85030,145.69500

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:54