Product Description
- Brand new plastic model kit of Land Rover LWB (Hard Top) Truck and Trailer with 2 Scheme Options (Level 1) 1/76 plastic model kit by Airfix.
- Brand new box.
- Vintage style packaging.
- Officially licensed product.
- Contains 45 detailed parts.
- Does NOT include display stand.
- Paint and cement required (not included).
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Parts molded in Light Brown, unless otherwise indicated.
- Dimensions approximately L-3.93, W-0.86, H-1.25 inches assembled.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
- The WLWB Land Rover Hard Top, paired with its matching trailer, represents a key evolution in military mobility, providing enhanced transport capability and versatility for a variety of operational roles. Built on the long-wheelbase Land Rover chassis, the hard top version offered a fully enclosed cargo area, capable of carrying personnel, communications equipment, or supplies safely across rough terrain. The addition of the trailer further extended the vehicle’s payload capacity, allowing armed forces to move additional gear, ammunition, or field equipment in support of sustained operations.
- This combination saw extensive service with British Army units and NATO allies during numerous conflicts and deployments. From routine patrols in Europe to active operations in the Middle East and peacekeeping missions in Africa, the WLWB Land Rover Hard Top & Trailer proved to be a reliable workhorse. Its off-road capabilities allowed forces to traverse challenging environments, including deserts, forests, and mountainous regions, while the trailer ensured that vital logistical support could reach even the most remote forward positions.
- Beyond direct combat operations, the Land Rover and trailer were frequently used in humanitarian assistance, engineering support, and medical evacuation roles. Their adaptability meant they could be quickly reconfigured to carry stretchers, water supplies, or communication arrays, making them indispensable for both military and allied civilian missions. The WLWB Land Rover Hard Top & Trailer remains a testament to the enduring design and operational flexibility that has made Land Rover a cornerstone of military transport.
- This meticulously crafted 1:76 scale model captures the rugged utility and iconic silhouette of the original vehicle. Perfect for collectors, dioramas, and military modeling enthusiasts, it offers a detailed miniature tribute to one of the most versatile and dependable Land Rover variants in service.
