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Imperator Models

British - Airborne 1944 - Jeeps

Made to order in the UK.

£14.99

SKU IMM001398A

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Made to orderProduced to order in the UK.

Current order estimate

Made to Order

1

Ordered

Tue 20 Oct

2

Order ready

15 Working Days

Tue 10 Nov

3

Delivered

2 - 3 Working Days

Thu 12 Nov – Fri 13 Nov

Product information

About this product

 

The British Airborne Jeeps were specially modified Willys MB and Ford GPW Jeeps adapted for use by the 1st and 6th Airborne Divisions during World War II. Designed to fit inside Horsa and Hamilcar gliders, these lightweight vehicles provided airborne troops with much-needed mobility immediately after landing. They were commonly armed with Vickers K machine guns, Bren guns, or fitted for towing 6-pounder anti-tank guns, while also carrying ammunition, radios, and supplies to support operations behind enemy lines.

British Airborne Jeeps first saw action during the Normandy landings in June 1944, where they enabled airborne forces to move quickly between objectives and reinforce captured positions. They were later used during Operation Market Garden and the Rhine Crossing, proving invaluable for reconnaissance, communications, casualty evacuation, and transporting heavy equipment. Their versatility, reliability, and ability to accompany airborne troops from the moment of landing made them an essential part of British airborne operations in the final year of the war.

 

2 Jeeps supplied with Accessories. 

 

This is a multi part model kit. We strongly recommend superglue to assemble. 

 

Models Supplied Unpainted 

 

Printed by Imperator Models on license from RKX

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