MiniArt 35494 G7117 1,5T 4x4 Repair Truck 1/35 – American Field Workshop Truck

MiniArt 35494 G7117 1,5T 4x4 Repair Truck in 1/35 scale is an excellent plastic model kit, faithfully replicating an American light truck in the mobile workshop version used during World War II. The model represents the legendary G7117 vehicle, produced in the United States and widely used by Allied armies—both American forces and those transported to the USSR and Great Britain under the Lend-Lease program. Vehicles of this type played a crucial role in maintaining equipment efficiency on the front lines, enabling quick and effective repairs without having to withdraw vehicles to the logistics rear.

• Scale: 1/35 – a popular scale in historical modeling, ideal for dioramas and Allied vehicle collections from World War II.
• Country of production and use: United States, widely employed by the armies of the USA, Great Britain, and the Soviet Union.
• Historical period: World War II (1941–1945).
• Historical application: This versatile service vehicle operated on the fronts of Europe, North Africa, and the Pacific. It was an integral part of mobile field workshops, enabling repairs of tanks, cars, and artillery equipment directly near combat operations.
• Material: top-quality plastic, enhanced with photo-etched metal details—such as handles and latches as well as very fine parts characteristic of the workshop body.
• Category: Plastic model kit – history of Allied World War II vehicles.
• Kit contents: precisely replicated parts, photo-etched elements, a complete set of workshop equipment, frame and body parts, clear window elements, and detailed assembly instructions.
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – the model is dedicated to intermediate modelers, especially those experienced with photo-etched parts that require precise assembly and finishing.
• Model applications: An excellent choice for diorama scenes featuring a field service base, Lend-Lease convoys, or logistics support for Allied armored units.
• Recommendation: Recommended for WWII enthusiasts, especially those interested in the technical support aspects of the front lines. The model is also perfect as an addition to collections of historic military trucks.

MiniArt 35494 G7117 1,5T 4x4 Repair Truck 1/35 guarantees a high level of detail and authenticity, ensuring satisfaction both during the build and when displaying the finished vehicle on a layout. It is a must-have for military history enthusiasts and modeling fans.