Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG3908
Opel Kfz.305 Blitz Cargo Truck Diecast Model
German Army 1.PzDiv, Ardennes, Belgium, May 1940, w/Fuel Drums and Jerry Cans |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Opel Kfz.305 Blitz Cargo Truck | | 3.25" | | 1.25" |
In May of 1940 one of the elite German armored divisions was the 1st Panzer Division. During this period the 1st joined the XIX Corps headed by General Heinz Guderian who was about to advance into France through what the Allies thought was the impenetrable by tanks; Ardennes Forest. By June of 1940 France was forced to sign an armistice that ended the German campaign. The German Army very rarely used specialized tanker trucks to transport fuel. To keep the machines of war going large numbers of regular transport trucks belonging to the Nachschubdienste (Supply Services) were used as "Fuel Trucks". The trucks would go to the nearest railway station and take on 200L fuel barrels or the 20L "Wehrmachtskanistern", more commonly known as Jerry Cans. This type of 20L can was also used for carrying water and marked with "Wasser 20 L". Originally these trucks carrying fuel were marked with large warning signs on the doors and/or sides as well as the rear. An example of the warning was "Feuergefährlich - Rauchen verboten!" (Flammable – No smoking!). As the war progressed these signs were reduced in size and in some cases removed completely. If the truck didn't have warning signs painted on it then signs that read "Rauchen verboten! B u. G." (No smoking, Fuel and equipment". B –Fuel) were placed around the vehicle.
Designed as a series of light and middle-weight trucks for various civilian and military purposes, the Opel Blitz was produced between 1930 and 1975 but is best known for its role in WWII. This 3-ton workhorse served in all German theatres; it carried troops and supplies and was also used as a service vehicle for the Messerschmitt Me 323. This truck's history is somewhat controversial because of the role GM played in its development-at the time, Opel was a subsidiary of the American manufacturer. The Opel Blitz appeared in the film "Raiders of the Lost Ark," and remains one of the symbols of Nazi Germany during the war. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale Opel Kfz.305 Blitz Truck is constructed in diecast metal, with plastic components used to achieve finer details. Some of this model's most remarkable features include delicate side mirrors with simulated mirror glass, transparent windows with wiper blades, headlights and guides mounted to each fender and a separately mounted hand-painted shovel. The chassis is constructed in diecast metal with rear transaxle and leaf-spring suspension visible on the underside. The wheels have rubber tires and spin freely on connecting metal axles. Releases in this series include a tanker fuel truck configuration and an all-purpose troop carrier with simulated wood sides, bench seats and removable canopy.
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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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