1/72 ACE Model G917T 3T German Cargo Truck (Soft Cab) 72575

1/72 Scale ACE Models G917T 3-Ton German Cargo Truck with Soft Cab

Build an authentic replica of the German G917T 3-ton cargo truck with soft cab configuration using this precision 1/72 scale plastic model kit from ACE Models. This detailed kit represents a versatile Wehrmacht transport vehicle used extensively during World War II for moving troops, supplies, and equipment across all theaters of operation.

Key Features

• Accurate 1/72 scale representation of the G917T 3-ton cargo truck
• Highly detailed plastic parts capturing authentic German military truck characteristics
• Soft cab configuration with canvas top and detailed interior
• Detailed chassis and wheel assemblies with realistic suspension components
• Cargo bed with removable tarpaulin for multiple display options
• Crisp panel lines and surface details including mechanical components and equipment stowage
• Clear assembly instructions to guide builders through the construction process

Historical Background

The G917T was a German 3-ton cargo truck that served as a workhorse for Wehrmacht logistics units throughout World War II. The soft cab variant featured a canvas-covered driver's compartment, making it lighter and more economical to produce than hardtop versions. These trucks were essential for maintaining supply lines, transporting infantry, moving ammunition and fuel, and supporting military operations across Europe, North Africa, and the Eastern Front. The G917T's reliability and load capacity made it invaluable for keeping German forces supplied in the field, though Allied air superiority increasingly threatened these vital logistics vehicles as the war progressed.

What's Required

This is an unassembled plastic model kit that requires:

• Plastic cement or model glue for assembly
• Acrylic or enamel paints for finishing
• Modeling tools including sprue cutters and hobby knife
• Sandpaper or files for part cleanup
• Paintbrushes or airbrush for detail work

Perfect For

• Military vehicle modeling enthusiasts
• WWII German logistics and transport vehicle collectors
• 1/72 scale truck and soft-skin vehicle enthusiasts
• Modelers creating supply convoy or rear-area dioramas
• Intermediate modelers seeking essential support vehicle subjects

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About ACE Models

ACE Models is a respected manufacturer specializing in unique and lesser-known military vehicle subjects in various scales. Known for their attention to detail and commitment to historical accuracy, ACE Models produces kits that fill important gaps in military modeling by offering subjects rarely covered by other manufacturers. Visit https://www.ace-models.com.ua/ to learn more about their extensive catalog of distinctive military vehicle kits.

SKU: ACE72575 | Scale: 1/72 | Manufacturer: ACE Models