Thunder Model 35311 LRDG F30 Patrol Truck With Offset Rear Bed, Limited Bonus Edition 1/35

Thunder Model 35311 is a unique plastic model kit representing the legendary LRDG F30 Patrol Truck with an offset rear bed in 1/35 scale. This vehicle is based on the Ford F30 truck, used by the Long Range Desert Group—an elite British Army reconnaissance formation during World War II, specializing in raids and reconnaissance missions across the North African deserts from 1940 to 1943. The LRDG was renowned for adapting vehicles to extreme conditions, and shifting the rear cargo bed allowed them to carry more supplies and combat equipment during long-range patrols in the Sahara. This model is based on authentic vehicles documented by the LRDG Preservation Society—guaranteeing the highest attention to historical details and fidelity to the original.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: United Kingdom and Allies (LRDG formation)
• Period of use: World War II, 1940–1943
• Material: high-quality plastic (sprues), wheels and two spare tires in resin, 3D-printed weapons, photo-etched metal details
• Kit includes: 280 parts on 5 sprues, clear parts, full set of resin wheels, 3D-printed LRDG weaponry, 2 exclusive figures in dynamic poses, a sheet of photo-etched details, decals, and a detailed information booklet
• Category: plastic model kit with resin and 3D details

The Thunder Model 35311 LRDG F30 Patrol Truck Limited Bonus Edition set is dedicated to demanding, advanced modelers seeking World War II subjects and wishing to build a realistic replica of the vehicle used by British specialists for long-range raids across the African deserts. The kit features a very high level of detail—precisely rendered elements, abundant equipment, unique figures, and realistic resin wheels. Additional advantages include photo-etched parts and 3D-printed weapons, which allow for even more accurate depiction of combat conditions and the specific features of the historic LRDG vehicle.

The difficulty level of this model is rated 5/5—it is a proposal for experienced modelers seeking an ambitious project with rich details. We highly recommend this model to collectors and enthusiasts of British military vehicles from the desert fronts of World War II.