{"product_id":"airfix-1-76-scammell-tank-transporter","title":"Airfix 1:76 Scammell Tank Transporter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Airfix 1:76 Scammell Tank Transporter Model Kit recreates one of the most important British heavy recovery and transport vehicles of the Second World War. Designed to move damaged or operational tanks across long distances, the Scammell played a vital logistical role in keeping armoured forces mobile and combat-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis detailed 1:76 scale plastic model kit is a classic subject for WWII British armour and support vehicle enthusiasts, and makes an excellent centrepiece for dioramas featuring tank recovery or armoured column operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Scammell Tank Transporter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scammell Pioneer Tank Transporter was developed for the British Army to recover and transport heavy armoured vehicles that were too damaged or unsuitable to move under their own power. It combined a powerful tractor unit with a heavy-duty trailer designed specifically for tank carriage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed extensively during the Second World War, Scammell transporters could be found on both front-line recovery duties and rear-area logistics operations. They were essential for salvaging damaged armour and returning it to workshops for repair, helping maintain operational strength in armoured divisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir rugged design allowed them to operate in difficult conditions, including muddy roads, damaged terrain, and forward combat zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Detailed 1:76 scale plastic model kit\u003cbr\u003e✔ Scammell tank transporter tractor and trailer\u003cbr\u003e✔ WWII British heavy recovery vehicle\u003cbr\u003e✔ Realistic chassis and suspension detailing\u003cbr\u003e✔ Accurate trailer loading configuration\u003cbr\u003e✔ Fine surface detail\u003cbr\u003e✔ Clear assembly instructions\u003cbr\u003e✔ Classic British armour support subject\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eintermediate armour modellers,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWWII British Army enthusiasts,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand diorama builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of vehicle and trailer provides a rewarding and detailed build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlastic model glue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcrylic paints\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine detail brushes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeathering products for heavy mud, oil, and recovery wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiorama materials such as workshop scenes, muddy roads, or battlefield recovery settings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWWII British armour enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecovery and logistics vehicle collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmoured division diorama builders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate scale modellers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy vehicle and transport displays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Backbone of British Armour Recovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scammell Tank Transporter represents the essential but often overlooked logistics behind armoured warfare. Its role in recovering and transporting tanks made it a crucial asset to British armoured operations throughout the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45278121033955,"sku":"A02301V","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/9223\/6003\/files\/Airfix76ScammellTankTransporterbox.jpg?v=1721221949","url":"https:\/\/www.pathfindermodels.co.uk\/products\/airfix-1-76-scammell-tank-transporter","provider":"Pathfinder Models ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}