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Discover precision-engineered 1/35 scale military vehicle model kits from Heller, the legendary French manufacturer renowned for historical accuracy and exceptional quality. This collection features iconic US Army vehicles that formed the backbone of Allied logistics during WWII, including the legendary GMC 2.5-ton 6x6 cargo truck and the versatile Willys Jeep with trailer. Each kit delivers outstanding molding quality with detailed chassis components, accurate suspension systems, authentic canvas covers, and comprehensive decal sheets that capture the essential character of these workhorse vehicles at 1/35 scale.
Heller's 1/35 scale US military vehicle collection celebrates the legendary utility vehicles that powered Allied victory during World War II. These carefully selected kits represent the essential transport and logistics vehicles that kept armies mobile, supplied, and effective across all theaters of operation from North Africa to the Pacific. The GMC 2.5-ton 6x6 truck and Willys Jeep stand as icons of American industrial might and practical military engineering, serving not only throughout WWII but continuing in various roles for decades afterward. Heller's commitment to historical accuracy and quality molding ensures these kits deliver authentic representations that satisfy both historical enthusiasts and scale modeling craftsmen.
The GMC 2.5-ton 6x6 truck represents one of the most important military vehicles of World War II, serving as the primary medium cargo truck for US and Allied forces. This versatile six-wheel-drive vehicle transported troops, ammunition, supplies, and equipment across every terrain from European mud to Pacific jungles. The distinctive cab design, robust chassis, and reliable drivetrain made the GMC 2.5-ton an indispensable logistics asset that kept armies supplied under the most challenging conditions. Heller's kit captures this legendary truck with detailed cab interior, accurate chassis and suspension components, optional canvas cargo cover, comprehensive wheel and tire assemblies, and authentic US Army markings. The kit allows multiple configuration options including cargo bed, troop transport, or specialized equipment carrier variants.
The US 1/4 Ton Truck with Trailer showcases the iconic Willys Jeep, arguably the most recognizable military vehicle ever produced. This compact four-wheel-drive vehicle served in virtually every role imaginable, from reconnaissance and command transport to ambulance and weapons platform. The Jeep's legendary reliability, go-anywhere capability, and simple maintenance made it beloved by soldiers across all Allied armies. Heller's kit includes both the Jeep and its matching trailer, providing complete representation of this essential combination. The kit features detailed chassis with accurate suspension, optional windshield positions, comprehensive interior details, authentic wheel and tire assemblies, and period-correct markings for various units and theaters. The included trailer expands display and diorama possibilities, allowing realistic supply convoy or field operations scenes.
These vehicles represent the unglamorous but absolutely critical logistics backbone that enabled Allied military operations. While tanks and aircraft captured headlines, trucks and Jeeps moved the millions of tons of supplies, thousands of troops, and countless pieces of equipment that sustained armies in the field. The GMC 2.5-ton could traverse terrain that stopped conventional trucks, while the Jeep's compact size and versatility made it indispensable for everything from front-line reconnaissance to rear-area administration. Building these kits provides insight into the massive logistical effort that supported combat operations and the practical engineering that prioritized reliability and maintainability over sophistication.
Heller's decades of experience in scale modeling show clearly in these military vehicle kits through accurate proportions, well-researched details, and thoughtful engineering. The company's commitment to historical accuracy ensures that dimensions, mechanical details, and equipment configurations reflect actual vehicles, providing confidence for historical accuracy enthusiasts and competition modelers. The kits feature crisp molding with minimal flash, logical part breakdown that facilitates assembly, and comprehensive instruction sheets with clear diagrams and historical notes. Surface details include appropriate panel lines, weld seams, and texture that enhance realism without overwhelming the models at 1/35 scale.
These vehicles excel in diorama settings, offering endless possibilities for realistic military scenes. The GMC truck works perfectly in supply depot scenes, convoy displays, or maintenance areas, while the Jeep fits naturally in command posts, reconnaissance missions, or field headquarters vignettes. The 1/35 scale allows these vehicles to be combined with figure sets, buildings, and terrain elements to create comprehensive military scenes that tell compelling stories. The vehicles can be weathered to show various service conditions from factory-fresh to battle-worn, and positioned in dynamic poses that suggest movement and activity.
Complement your Heller military vehicles with other manufacturers in the 1/35 military vehicles category, or explore additional Heller products including armor kits, figure sets, and aircraft. For US military vehicles from other manufacturers, browse Tamiya and Trumpeter collections. Visit the official Heller website to explore their complete catalog, historical references, and building techniques.
