Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG4804
Bedford QLT Troop Carrier Diecast Model
British Army, Northern Europe, 1944

1:72 Scale		Length		Width
Bedford QLT Troop Carrier		3.75"		1.25"

The QLT was Bedford’s troop transport variant of their highly successful 3-ton 4X4 lorry. The T had the same wheelbase as the D variant but the T chassis was extended at the rear by 3 feet 5 inches. The first panels on each side at the front were doors that opened inward and each one had a folding seat attached inside. The rear had two doors that swung outward and the right one had an exterior attachment to carry a bicycle. There were padded bench seats down each side and they could be folded flush with the sides. There was a single bench seat down the middle of the floor. These seat backs alternated facing left then right and this bench could be removed for more space. There was a white line painted on the inside of both side walls that read "Load Forward of Line". This was needed in case the lorry was being used to transport heavy loads of cargo. With the chassis being extended 3 feet 5 inches heavy loads placed beyond this line towards the rear could lift the front wheels off the ground or just make the front end light and impossible to steer. This seating arrangement made it possible to accommodate up to 29 soldiers plus a driver and one other person in the cab. The troop compartment had a canvas cover that could be rolled up on the sides. There were over 2,500 QLT’s manufactured. The QLT was commonly called the "Drooper"

Bedford QLT Troop Carrier

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Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series

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.