Universal Carrier Mk.II Model Kit

Universal Carrier Mk.II Model Kit
- Includes five crew figures
- Includes stowage & .303 Caliber Bren MGs
- 1/35 Scale Armor
During World War II, Great Britain and its commonwealth Armies used a vast number of small sized, fully tracked weapons carriers, while the American and German forces relied mainly on half-tracks and wheeled transport. Development of these fully tracked carriers dates back to 1925 when Major (later Lieutenant-General Sir Gifford) Martel constructed a one-man "tankette" to interest the British War Purchasing Office. Since then, variations consisted of machine gun carrier, mortar carrier, light gun tractor etc. These weapons were built by several firms and although built for specific purposes, they did serve in the early days of the conflict. Experiences at the front however, showed a need for a multi-purpose vehicle, capable of a wide range of tasks. Thus the Universal Carrier Mk. I and the improved Mk. II came into being about 1940. The Universal Carrier had an open top crew compartment on each side of the engine compartment and a lightly armored superstructure. The Ford V-8 cylinder engine put out 85 brake horsepower and provided a 48km/h of top speed. Armament and stowage were varied according to its mission, but most typically, it carried a Czech designed.303 inch Bren light machine gun (modified and manufactured by Enfield), plus some other small arms. With its high mobility and adaptability, the Universal Carrier proved satisfactory throughout the conflict, from the African desert to the European campaign.
Country USA
Brand TAMIYA
Manufacturer MMD Holdings, LLC
Binding Toy
ItemPartNumber 35175
Model TM35175
Warranty No Warranty
Color Black
ReleaseDate 2020-09-01
Size 118mm length
UnitCount 1
UPCs 766150243505
EANs 4950344996186

Country	USA
Brand	TAMIYA
Manufacturer	MMD Holdings, LLC
Binding	Toy
ItemPartNumber	35175
Model	TM35175
Warranty	No Warranty
Color	Black
ReleaseDate	2020-09-01
Size	118mm length
UnitCount	1
UPCs	766150243505
EANs	4950344996186

Universal Carrier Mk.II Model Kit

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