Model kit box for a green military truck with 'Telephone installation and maintenance WC-43' text.

1/72 ACE Models WC-43 (T-215) tele.maintenance 1/2 ton truck - Plastic Model Kit

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1/72 Scale ACE Models WC-43 (T-215) Telecommunications Maintenance 1/2 Ton Truck

Build an authentic replica of the specialized American WC-43 (T-215) telecommunications maintenance truck with this precision 1/72 scale plastic model kit from ACE Models. This detailed kit represents a unique utility vehicle used by U.S. Army Signal Corps units during World War II for maintaining and repairing field communications equipment.

Key Features

  • Accurate 1/72 scale representation of the WC-43 (T-215) telecommunications maintenance truck
  • Highly detailed plastic parts capturing authentic U.S. military utility vehicle characteristics
  • Specialized equipment compartments and tool storage typical of Signal Corps vehicles
  • Crisp panel lines and surface details including cab, chassis, and maintenance equipment
  • Multiple assembly options for customization and historical accuracy
  • Clear assembly instructions to guide builders through the construction process

Historical Background

The WC-43 (T-215) was a specialized variant of the Dodge WC series of light trucks, specifically configured for telecommunications maintenance duties. Used extensively by U.S. Army Signal Corps units during World War II, these vehicles carried specialized tools, test equipment, and spare parts needed to maintain field telephone lines, radio equipment, and other communications infrastructure. The WC-43 played a vital role in keeping military communications operational across all theaters of operation, from North Africa to the Pacific.

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
  • World War II U.S. Army diorama builders
  • 1/72 scale collectors focusing on specialized utility vehicles
  • Modelers creating Signal Corps or communications unit scenes
  • Intermediate modelers seeking unique and lesser-known 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 specialized vehicles 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: ACE72593 | Scale: 1/72 | Manufacturer: ACE Models

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