1:76 Airfix 02329A Bedford MK 4x4 Tactical Aircraft Refueller - British Military Fuel Truck Plastic Model kit

The 1:76 Airfix 02329A Bedford MK 4x4 Tactical Aircraft Refueller is an accessible plastic model kit of a British military tanker from the Cold War era. This scale model depicts the Bedford MK FV 4x4 General Service Truck in its important role as an aircraft refueller, a crucial support vehicle for military aviation. With just 36 parts and Skill level 1, this model is ideal for beginners, younger modellers aged 8 and up, and fans of British military vehicles.

The Bedford MK was introduced to the British Army in the early 1970s and was based on the civilian Bedford TK truck. For military use, the chassis was strengthened and adapted, making the vehicle suitable for many different roles. The Bedford MK was designed to replace the Bedford RL and focused on versatility, reliability and easy configuration for different operational requirements. Thanks to its 4x4 drive, it could operate away from roads and in tactical conditions.

As an aircraft refueller, the Bedford MK played a crucial role in refuelling RAF Harrier jump jets and Army Air Corps helicopters, especially at temporary sites and away from established airfields. This gave British forces valuable operational flexibility during the Cold War. From training exercises on Salisbury Plain to worldwide deployments, these support vehicles helped keep military aircraft operational when it mattered most. Order today from Most-Models.com and benefit from fast delivery, excellent customer service and a strong range of Airfix model kits, British military vehicles and 1:76 scale models.

Features:
– Airfix 02329A Bedford MK 4x4 Tactical Aircraft Refueller plastic model kit in 1:76 scale
– Model of the Bedford MK FV 4x4 General Service Truck in its aircraft refueller role
– British military tanker and vital support vehicle for military aviation
– Represents a Cold War era support vehicle
– 36 plastic pieces for an engaging and manageable assembly
– Skill level 1, ideal for beginners and younger modellers aged 8 and up
– Includes 3 authentic paint schemes
– Contents include plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals
– Bedford MK was introduced to the British Army in the early 1970s
– Another designation for the Bedford MK is FV13801
– First prototypes were built at the beginning of the 1960s and 1970s, with serial production starting in the early 1970s
– Design was based on the civilian Bedford TK truck with strengthened chassis and military changes
– Developed to replace the Bedford RL in British Army service
– 4x4 chassis provided strong mobility over difficult terrain and in tactical conditions away from established bases
– Basic version could carry a load of up to 4 tons
– Powered by a Bedford 330-93 6-cylinder engine, with diesel engines mainly installed from 1981
– Used as artillery tractors, transport vehicles, tankers and technical support vehicles
– Refuelled RAF and Army Air Corps helicopters and Harriers in tactical off-airfield conditions
– Important for supporting fast jet and rotary-wing operations from scattered and temporary sites
– Combination of off-road capability, reliability and versatility made the Bedford MK a familiar vehicle in British military service for many years

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