AFV Club 35S17 M38A1 4x4 Utility Truck (1/35) – Plastic Jeep Model Kit

AFV Club 35S17 M38A1 4x4 Utility Truck in 1/35 scale is an extremely finely detailed plastic model of the legendary American off-road vehicle. This model from the renowned AFV Club manufacturer offers excellent detail both on the exterior and interior of the vehicle and faithfully represents features characteristic of the original Jeep M38A1.

Historical Overview and Use

The M38A1 is an American light 4x4 off-road vehicle, the successor to the famous WWII-era Jeep MB. It was produced by Willys from 1952 and used by the US Army as well as NATO allied forces, including the Netherlands, France, Canada, and many countries in Western Europe and the Middle East. It served from the Korean War period, throughout the Cold War, up to the 1970s. The M38A1 was widely used as a support, communication, and reconnaissance vehicle, as well as for transporting soldiers and supplies. Its characteristic rounded hood was designed to accommodate a larger, 4-cylinder Hurricane F-Head engine.

Model Features and Kit Contents

• 1/35 scale plastic model kit, perfect for building realistic dioramas and military collections.
• Detailed reproduction of the bodywork, cabin interior, and technical features such as suspension, wheel wells, and optional armament.
• The set includes clear assembly instructions and decals with authentic US markings as well as selected NATO armies.
• The model is made of high-quality plastic, ensuring easy processing and precise assembly.
• The kit does not include glue or paints – separate modeling tools and supplies are required for full assembly.

Product Category

This product belongs to the category: 1/35 scale plastic military vehicle model kits.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

We recommend the AFV Club 35S17 M38A1 4x4 Utility Truck to both intermediate and advanced modelers, especially fans of vehicles from the Korean War and Cold War periods. The model requires basic skills in working with plastic kits, precision, and patience when assembling small parts, therefore we rate its difficulty at 3/5. Excellent for realistic 1950s-70s dioramas!