Airfix – 1:72 WWII USAAF 8th Bomber Resupply Set (A06304) Model Kit

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Airfix – 1:72 WWII USAAF 8th Bomber Resupply Set (A06304) Model Kit

Disclaimer: This model car is hand-built. Due to the nature of hand-crafted miniatures, minor imperfections are to be expected. These are a normal part of the production process, as manufacturers work within set tolerances, meaning some small defects are considered acceptable. If you receive a model with a significant defect, we are happy to assist and will address the issue accordingly by offering a return or refund. However, please understand that minor imperfections do not qualify as faults but rather reflect the craftsmanship involved in creating these models. Thank you for your understanding and appreciation of these hand-built collectibles.

Airfix – 1:72 WWII USAAF 8th Bomber Resupply Set (A06304) Model Kit

Product Info

As US bomber operations began to take place at airfields all over Southern England from the summer of 1942, the vehicles used in servicing their Liberators and Flying Fortresses were slowly changing from the standard RAF support vehicles, to specialised US Air Force equipment. From fuel trailers to bomb trolleys, Bedfords were quickly being replaced by Chevrolets.

Autocar U-7144-T 4X4 tractor unit and F-1 fuel trailer. The U-7144-T was used extensively by the US military from 1942 onwards and was certainly found on most, if not all USAAF airfields in Britain, particularly in conjunction with the standard F-1 fuel trailer. With many aircraft requiring refuelling on a daily basis, it was usual for each base to have numerous examples of the U-7144-T available at any one time.

Chevrolet M6 bomb service truck. This utility 4X4 truck was capable of carrying a small number of bombs in its own right, but was more commonly used in conjunction with the M5 bomb trailer. Indeed, it was capable of towing up to five fully loaded M5 bomb trailers, which was just as well considering the number of missions USAAF bomber crews were required to undertake. The new set will also include the M5 bomb trailer.

Cushman Model 39 Package Car. This light, three wheeled utility vehicle will have been used for a multitude of light duties on USAAF bases. A development of a motor scooter design, the single wheel at the back provided the power for the vehicle, which allowed a small cargo box to be fitted at the front. Again, the Cushman would have been a regular feature on a USAAF airfield.

What’s Inside

sprues & decals Cushman Model 39 Package Car: length 34mm, width 17mmChevrolet M6 Bomb Service Truck: length 74mm, width 25mmM5 Bomb Trailer: length 77mm, width 33mmAutocar U-7144-T 4×4 Tractor Unit: length 72mm, width 33mmF-1 Fuel Trailer: length 129mm, width 36mm

Schemes

USAAF 8th Air Force Bomber Resupply Set

Dimensions 12.9 cm
Colour

Condition

Brand New

Brand

Material

Product Code

A06304

Barcode

5055288630925

Range

Scale

Skill Level

2

Number of Parts

200

Assembly Type

Assembly Kit

Required To Complete

Cement, Paint and Finishing Supplies

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    Product Disclaimer

    This model car is hand-built. Due to the nature of hand-crafted miniatures, minor imperfections are to be expected. These are a normal part of the production process, as manufacturers work within set tolerances, meaning some small defects are considered acceptable. If you receive a model with a significant defect, we are happy to assist and will address the issue accordingly by offering a return or refund. However, please understand that minor imperfections do not qualify as faults but rather reflect the craftsmanship involved in creating these models. Thank you for your understanding and appreciation of these hand-built collectibles.

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