{"product_id":"thunder-135-lrdg-f30-patrol-truck-woffset-rear-bed","title":"Thunder 1:35 LRDG F30 Patrol Truck w\/Offset Rear Bed","description":"\u003cp\u003eThunder Models 1\/35 LRDG F30 Patrol Truck with Offset Rear Bed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1\/35 scale kit depicts a specific and distinctive configuration of the Long Range Desert Group's Ford F30 patrol trucks. While sharing the robust CMP chassis with other variants, this model features the \"offset\" rear bed modification, a field adaptation designed to optimize stowage and spare wheel accessibility during long-range desert operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive Offset Bed: Accurately reproduces the modified rear wooden cargo body, which was shifted to create a recess behind the cab. This allowed the spare wheel to be mounted securely between the cab and the bed, a hallmark of this specific patrol truck variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-Detail Chassis: Features a fully detailed Ford V8 engine and complete drivetrain assembly, including the heavy-duty suspension and transfer case typical of the Canadian Military Pattern (CMP) vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmament: Includes a suite of weaponry typical for LRDG patrols, such as Lewis guns, Vickers K machine guns, and the Boys anti-tank rifle, along with appropriate pintle mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesert Modifications: Captures the essential desert warfare adaptations, including sand channels, the front-mounted condenser cooling system, and the cut-down open cab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultimedia Details: Comes with a fret of photo-etched brass parts to refine details like tool brackets, sand channel holders, and weapon sights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStowage: Includes various equipment and stowage items to populate the rear bed, enhancing the \"lived-in\" look of a desert raider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale: 1:35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Plastic, Photo-etch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly: Unassembled and unpainted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge Recommendation: 14 years and up\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeginner Modeller Essentials — Plastic Model Kit\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eThis is a \u003cb\u003eplastic model assembly kit\u003c\/b\u003e; it requires \u003cb\u003epaint and glue\u003c\/b\u003e to complete.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eYou can choose from many brands of \u003cb\u003eplastic cement\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eacrylic or enamel paints\u003c\/b\u003e available in-store or online.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBasic \u003cb\u003ecraft tools\u003c\/b\u003e are highly recommended for a smoother, more enjoyable build:\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"circle\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSide‑cutters\u003c\/b\u003e for removing parts from sprues\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003eA \u003cb\u003esharp hobby knife\u003c\/b\u003e for trimming and cleaning edges\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHelpful extras for beginners:\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"circle\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTweezers\u003c\/b\u003e for handling small parts\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSanding sticks, files, or sandpaper\u003c\/b\u003e (various grits) for smoothing surfaces\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlastic putty or filler\u003c\/b\u003e to fix small gaps or imperfections\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCutting mat\u003c\/b\u003e to protect your workspace\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint brushes\u003c\/b\u003e in a few sizes, or \u003cb\u003ebasic airbrush\u003c\/b\u003e if you want to level up later\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimer\u003c\/b\u003e to help paint adhere and show imperfections before painting\u003cbr\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eAlways follow the kit instructions step by step, test‑fit parts before gluing, and take your time — modelling is meant to be relaxing and fun.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Thunder Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47905703657698,"sku":"TM35310","price":94.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/3769\/9460\/files\/ThunderModel35310-1-35LRDGF30PatrolTruckwithOffsetRearBed.jpg?v=1781733693","url":"https:\/\/franktonmodels.co.nz\/products\/thunder-135-lrdg-f30-patrol-truck-woffset-rear-bed","provider":"Frankton Model Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}