Italeri 7401 WLA 750 – 1:9 Scale Plastic Motorcycle Model

Italeri 7401 WLA 750 is a unique plastic assembly model representing the legendary Harley-Davidson WLA 750 motorcycle, renowned for its use by the United States Armed Forces during World War II. The model is reproduced in a large and impressive 1:9 scale, allowing for an impressive number of details and precision that will satisfy both advanced modelers and military equipment collectors.

• Scale: 1:9
• Country of use: United States of America
• Period of use: World War II (years 1940–1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic assembly model
• Contents: plastic frames with parts, transparent elements, detailed assembly instructions; glue and paints not included

Historical description:
The Harley-Davidson WLA 750 – known as the "Liberator" – was the main motorcycle of the American armed forces during World War II. Intensively used on all fronts by US troops and their allies, it proved to be an excellent liaison, patrol, and reconnaissance vehicle. The WLA 750 was introduced into service in 1940 and production ceased at the end of the war. The motorcycle gained recognition for its reliability and adaptations for military needs, such as mudguards, luggage racks, and special rifle holders.

Model details:
The Italeri model features highly realistic reproduction of the frame, V-Twin engine, distinctive "springer" front fork, and military equipment, including saddlebags and optional accessories. The set does not include any additions in the form of metal or resin parts, but the attention to detail in the plastic parts guarantees a very attractive final result.

Recommendation:
This is an excellent choice for military enthusiasts, motorcycle model collectors, and modelers interested in the World War II period. The recommended assembly difficulty level is 4/5 — due to the high number of details and precision-required parts, this model is mainly recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers. A must-have in every military model collection!