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The “Camionetta Desertica modello 42 Sahariana” was developed for the Italian Royal Army based on the chassis and mechanics of the reliable armoured car AB 41. During operations on the African front, there arose the need for a reconnaissance vehicle particularly suited to desert conditions, where sand terrain demanded specific characteristics not present in available vehicles. Thanks to its low-profile side and large wheels, the "Sahariana" was ideal for reconnaissance operations and conducting swift raids into enemy territory. Its good range enhanced the possibility of employing the vehicle for long-range operations. The type of armament could vary depending on the models and consisted of the Breda 20/65 mod 1935 machine gun, the effective 47/32 anti-tank gun, or the 20 mm Solothurn anti-tank rifle.
FEATURES:
Decal sheet for 2 versions included
SPECIFICATIONS:
Scale is 1:72
Size of the model is 7.8cm
Paints and glue are required to complete this model kit. Not included. Available separately.
Plastic Magic Cement is a thin, liquid plastic cement with a 10-15 sec adjustment time & non-clog action. It is non-toxic, non-flammable, has minimal odour and almost zero emissions when compared to competitors.
Delivery
Here at Hobbies we aim to dispatch all in stock items on the same working day, if ordered by 3:00pm. UK mainland orders will be delivered by either Royal Mail or DHL.
DHL normally advise an estimated delivery slot via SMS or Email notification. Please see below for shipping charges.
UK Shipping
Charge Rate
Plans, Fretsaw Blades, Flags, Decals and Vinyl Lettering
£2.45
Orders Up To £100
£3.50
Orders Over £100 & Hobbies Catalogues (UK Only)
Free Delivery
Royal Mail TRACKED
£6.95
Maximum Postage (Wood Packs, Panels and Flammable Goods)
£7.95
Express Next Working Day & Nominated Delivery (Placed Before 2pm)
£8.95
Saturday Courier
£12.95
Please note: Orders to surcharge areas may incur an additional cost if a parcel is oversized, overweight or contains flammable goods. We will contact you before posting. Please see Postage for more information regarding surcharge areas.
We also deliver all over the world. For information regarding overseas orders please see Postage for further details.
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https://www.hobbies.co.uk/italeri-1-72-scale-as-42-sahariana-model-kit39339Italeri 1/72 Scale AS.42 Sahariana Model Kithttps://www.hobbies.co.uk/media/catalog/product/9/7/97044_4.jpg14.9914.99GBPOutOfStock/Model Kits/Model Kits/Plastic Model Car Kits & Other Vehicle Kits/Model Kits/Plastic Model Car Kits & Other Vehicle Kits/Model Truck Kits/Model Kits/Plastic Model Car Kits & Other Vehicle Kits/Model Military Kits/Brand/Italeri/Brand/Italeri/Italeri Military Vehicle Models/New Releases/Model Kits/1:72 Model Kits111504364385655683536131211150441565<p><strong>Italeri 1/72 Scale AS.42 Sahariana Model Kit</strong></p>
<p>The “Camionetta Desertica modello 42 Sahariana” was developed for the Italian Royal Army based on the chassis and mechanics of the reliable armoured car AB 41. During operations on the African front, there arose the need for a reconnaissance vehicle particularly suited to desert conditions, where sand terrain demanded specific characteristics not present in available vehicles. Thanks to its low-profile side and large wheels, the "Sahariana" was ideal for reconnaissance operations and conducting swift raids into enemy territory. Its good range enhanced the possibility of employing the vehicle for long-range operations. The type of armament could vary depending on the models and consisted of the Breda 20/65 mod 1935 machine gun, the effective 47/32 anti-tank gun, or the 20 mm Solothurn anti-tank rifle.</p>
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<p><strong>FEATURES:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Decal sheet for 2 versions included</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>SPECIFICATIONS:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Scale is 1:72</li>
<li>Size of the model is 7.8cm</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Paints and glue are required to complete this model kit. Not included. Available separately.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>OPTIONAL EXTRAS:</strong></p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Deluxe Materials Plastic Magic Cement 40ml (AD83):</strong></p>
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