Barcode: 0 89195 60430 9
Case Pack: 24 pieces per carton
Box Size: 5.1" x 3.9" x 2.6"
In recent weeks Dragon Armor launched a fully built-up 1/72 scale model of
the Kfz.70 Personnel Carrier (Item No.60427). Dragon Armor is now following
up this popular release with another important German soft-skin vehicle from
WWII. The new item is a Heavy Uniform Personnel Vehicle Type 40. This 4x4 heavy
car served in all theaters of WWII. The original Type 1a had four-wheel steering,
while the later Type 1b produced from 1940 onwards had regular front-wheel steering.
This vehicle possessed four-wheel drive, but production ceased in 1941 as part
of German efforts to standardize production. The personnel carrier was powered
by a V8 Horch engine of 3.823-litre capacity.
Dragon Armor’s 1/72 scale miniature version naturally makes use of 100% new
toolings. The open-topped body containing three bench seats (able to accommodate
five passengers and the driver) is full of detail. Even the tread pattern on
the floor plate is replicated! There is also an MG34 machine gun provided on
a pintle mount for antiaircraft duties. The model beautifully captures the look
and stance of the 4x4 heavy car. The vehicle is finished in the standard Panzer
gray color of German vehicles from the early-war period, while small details
like the “WH” license plate are also present.
