Thunder Model Plastic Military Vehicle Kit

Thunder Model British 30ton Trailer TRCU30 (1/35) Item TM35205

This 1/35 scale kit from Thunder Model recreates the British Armys TRCU30 30-ton semi-trailer, designed for tank transport and heavy load hauling during and after the Second World War. Designed for use with the Scammell Pioneer tractor units, this rugged trailer was critical to British logistics operations and recovery units throughout the European theatre.

• 1/35 scale plastic model kit (Thunder Model item TM35205)
• Detailed multi-axle trailer frame and loading platform
• Realistic wheel bogies with suspension detail
• Loading ramps with stowage options
• Brake and connection piping included
• Tyres with tread detail and accurate hubs
• Photo-etched parts for fine structural detail
• Markings for British Army wartime service

Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.

Historical Background:

The TRCU30 semi-trailer was introduced by the British Army in the 1930s and saw widespread use during WWII and into the post-war years. Designed to carry tanks, artillery, and damaged vehicles, it was towed by the Scammell Pioneer heavy tractor. Known for its load capacity and robust steel frame, it proved reliable in a variety of environments, from the deserts of North Africa to the muddy fields of northern Europe. The TRCU30 remained in military service for years, with its distinctive design becoming a familiar sight in wartime convoys.

Suggested Paint References:

The following colours are based on British Army vehicle standards of the era and may not match the exact kit instructions.