1:35 US Heavy Wrecker Ward Lafrance Model 1000 - Series 1

1:35 US Heavy Wrecker Ward Lafrance Model 1000 - Series 1

47.96 €
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1:35 US Heavy Wrecker Ward Lafrance Model 1000 - Series 1

An injection-molded plastic kit of the Ward LaFrance Model 1000 (M1), Series 1 in 1:35 scale from Thunder Model – the early version of the American 6x6 heavy wrecker.

Scale1:35
Manufacturer Thunder Model
Product EAN8591111870955

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47.96 €
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Ward LaFrance Model 1000 (M1) Series 1 1:35 (Thunder Model)

An injection-molded plastic kit of the American heavy wrecker Ward LaFrance Model 1000 in the Series 1 form (the early version) in 1:35 scale from Thunder Model. The detailed model captures the simpler layout of the first series – a manually operated crane boom, no rear winch and spare wheels stowed crosswise behind the cab. It contains carefully worked suspension, an engine, a cab interior and clear parts for the glazing.

The real subject

The Ward LaFrance Model 1000 was an American 6x6 heavy wrecker of the Second World War, listed in the United States Army under the designation M1 and meant for recovering and towing damaged hardware straight in the field. Series 1 was the earliest and least numerous variant; it had a simpler cab, a front winch driven through the gearbox and a simple block and tackle instead of a rear winch. The later series gradually improved the vehicle.

Building and painting tips

Work in subassemblies; finish and paint the cab interior and the engine bay before they are closed up. Apply a primer and spray with an airbrush. The olive green finish comes to life with washes in the recesses, dust pigments and greasy effects on the crane, the pulleys and the working surfaces – wreckers were usually properly dirty. Mask the clear parts while painting.

Who the model is for

  • Collectors of American support and engineer vehicles of the Second World War
  • Modelers who want the early, less common version of the vehicle
  • Fans of recovery and towing vehicles
  • Builders of dioramas with damaged or towed hardware

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

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Series 1 was the earliest version with a simpler layout: a manually operated crane boom, no rear winch (only a block and tackle) and spare wheels stowed crosswise behind the cab. The later series improved the vehicle.

Yes, the kit contains carefully worked suspension, an engine, a cab interior and clear parts for the glazing. It is worth finishing the interior and the engine before the cab is closed up.

Given the number of parts and the level of detail it is better suited to more experienced modelers as a longer project.

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