1/76 LWB Land Rover (Hard Top) & Trailer
Airfix 1/76 LWB Land Rover (Hard Top) and Trailer is a plastic kit of a classic British long wheelbase off-road vehicle (LWB) with closed body and accompanying trailer. This iconic Land Rover, used by the military and civilian forces since the 1950s, is prized for its reliability, ease of maintenance and ability to handle even challenging terrain. The 1/76th scale model captures the distinctive body shapes, frame construction and trailer form, making it a faithful miniature suitable for dioramas of civilian and military scenes.
The Land Rover long wheelbase (LWB) is one of the most famous off-road vehicles of the second half of the 20th century. Since its introduction in the late 1940s, this British car has quickly gained a reputation as a versatile machine capable of operating in extreme conditions. The closed-bodied Hard Top variant was particularly popular where a protected load bed was needed or specialised equipment - in the army, police, fire brigades or various technical services. Thanks to their robust frame construction, simple mechanics and all-wheel drive, Land Rovers proved their worth in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, with many serving in NATO auxiliary units.
Designed for logistical and support roles, the kits also included a lightweight single-axle trailer that allowed the transport of cargo, tools, fuel or communications equipment. This combination provided high operational flexibility and became a common feature of military convoys and civilian response vehicles.
The Airfix 1/76 LWB Land Rover (Hard Top) and Trailer kit allows you to build a detailed miniature of this classic pair in a small scale suitable for 1/76 scale dioramas or OO scale railways. The model offers accurately sculpted bodywork, realistic rendering of chassis elements, interiorcab interior and towing gear, while the trailer features typical frame and cargo tub details. The fine finishes and cleanly designed parts help create a faithful replica that fits both civilian environments and Cold War military scenes.
This kit is ideal for modellers looking for a compact but authentically crafted vehicle to complement dioramas featuring British equipment or off-road vehicles in general.
The package does not include the paint or glue needed for assembly.
| Category: | Military Vehicles |
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| Weight: | 0.121 kg |
| EAN: | 5014429023148 |
| Nationality: | Velká Británie |
| Period: | Modern Era |
| Scale: | 1/76 |
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