1:48 Bedford MWD accessories set for Airfix

Bedford MWD 1:48, resin equipment set

The accessory set extends a model of the British Bedford MWD light truck with stowage and equipment. The number of parts is stated by the manufacturer on the packaging. The castings come from the Black Dog brand and are done in resin. The target kit is the Airfix.

The real subject

The Bedford MWD was a British light truck of the 15 cwt class, that is roughly three-quarters of a ton, with an open cab in the early batches. It served the British Army and the Royal Air Force as a universal carrier of everything from ammunition to spare parts, and it was one of the most widespread vehicles of its class. Its simple cargo bed could be filled according to the task of the day, so two trucks of the same unit looked different every time.

Tips for working it

On a smaller vehicle every piece of the load is visible, which is why it pays to spend time telling them apart by color. Boxes, canvas and metal containers should not all end up in a single shade. Try the castings dry first so you know how many of them really fit onto the bed. Handle the thin edges carefully, as resin in a small scale forgives little. At the same time, think about how much room should be left free for the crew.

Who the set is for

• Supporters of British Army and RAF ground vehicles
• Modelers building airfield support and rear-area scenes
• Builders who want to fill the bed credibly
• Those interested in smaller vehicles in 1:48 scale

The delivery is an accessory to a model of the truck; paints and glue do not belong to it.