AFV Club 35007 M49A2C Fuel Tanker (1/35) – plastic model kit

AFV Club 35007 M49A2C Fuel Tanker is a high-quality 1/35 scale plastic model kit, faithfully replicating the American M49A2C fuel tanker truck. This model is dedicated both to experienced model builders and ambitious collectors of Cold War-era and late 20th-century military vehicles.

The original M49A2C truck was a tanker version of the popular M35 "Deuce and a Half" truck series, which served in the United States Army from the 1950s. The vehicle saw extensive use during the Vietnam War, in the Middle East, and by NATO allies, providing mobile fuel supply to both armored vehicles and field aviation. The M49A2C was designed to meet the operational requirements of the modern battlefield, featuring reliability and high transport capacity.

• Country of origin (original): United States
• Model scale: 1/35
• Historical period: Cold War, 1950–1980 and later
• Historical use: Vietnam War, Bundeswehr, NATO armies, logistics missions, field supply
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Additional elements: finely detailed bodywork, segmented chassis, clear assembly instructions; does not include resin extras or photo-etched parts, but the model can be further enhanced with aftermarket metal barrels or decals.
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Length of completed model: approximately 22 cm

The AFV Club M49A2C Fuel Tanker model stands out for its excellent replication of technical details, such as the complete tanker equipment, realistic panel lines, and clear operational markings. Carefully reproduced details of the front suspension and tanker bodywork allow for the creation of an extremely realistic miniature. The kit consists of many precisely molded parts, ensuring high quality and a satisfying final effect.

Recommendation: We recommend this model for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the amount of detail and the requirement for precise assembly. It is perfect as a standalone piece in a collection of logistics vehicles, as part of a Vietnam War diorama, or other historical projects.

Difficulty level: 3/5