Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG4201
Willys Jeep Diecast Model
USMC 14th Marine Div, Iwo Jima, 1945, w/Bantam T3 Trailer |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Willys Jeep | | 1.75" | | 0.75" |
The 2nd Battalion, 14th Marines was activated on March 26, 1943 and on August 19, 1943 was assigned to the 4th Marine Division. On February 19, 1945 the 4th and 5th Marine Divisions landed on Iwo Jima with the task of taking Mt. Suribachi. They also were to capture the southern airfields and the west coast. The island was officially declared secure on March 16, 1945 but the last battle took place with 300 Japanese on March 25, 1945. In October 1945 the 2/14th was temporarily deactivated. Premium features include textured surfaces; a detailed interior and a glazed, folding windshield; free-rolling wheels with treaded tires, including a rear-mounted spare; a detailed underframe; a removable Bantam T3 trailer and more. Complete Jeep/Trailer combination is approximately 3" long and includes a removable display base with a clear protective cover.
Designed to meet a US Department of War requirement for a light, cross-country reconnaissance vehicle, the Willys MB Army Jeep was manufactured between 1941 and 1945. The Willys Jeep was the original version of what would later become one of the most iconic vehicles in American history, evolving into a popular civilian vehicle that is still being produced today. The Willys Jeep was a compact, four-wheel drive vehicle that rapidly became one of the most prolific vehicles of WWII. More than 640,000 standardized versions were produced, with 8,690 other versions built over a period of four years. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale Jeep has lots of scale detail in a small package. The body is constructed in diecast metal and the chassis, drive train and suspension are constructed in plastic, which allows for maximum detail. The interior features a pad-printed instrument panel, separately painted seat cushions, a steering wheel and three transmission gear-shifts. There is a folding windscreen on the exterior, along with a delicate side mirror painted to look like real glass. Separately applied battlefield equipment includes shovels, hatchets, jerry cans and a spare tire. Underneath the model the drive train and leaf-spring suspension are clearly visible.
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The Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles.
Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks on detailed non-rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
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