Thunder Models 1/35 LRDG CMP F30 Truck w/Ordnance 37mm MKI Bofors Gun Kit
ACCEPTING PRE-ORDER FOR APRIL 2024 DELIVERY
TDM-35306
During World War II, the British Long Range Desert Group (LRDG) played a pivotal role in the North African desert theater. Operating behind enemy lines, the LRDG utilized highly specialized vehicles modified for desert conditions to conduct reconnaissance, sabotage, and raiding missions. These vehicles, often adapted from civilian models like the Chevrolet trucks, were equipped with reinforced chassis, larger fuel tanks, and improved suspension to navigate the harsh desert terrain. Additionally, they were fitted with weaponry such as machine guns and anti-tank guns for self-defense and offensive actions. The LRDG's innovative use of modified vehicles allowed them to cover vast distances, gather vital intelligence, and strike enemy targets with precision, contributing significantly to the Allied war effort in North Africa.
