Thunder Model Plastic Military Vehicle Kit

Thunder Model British Morris Bofors C9/B Gun Truck (1/35) Item TM35210

This 1/35 scale plastic model from Thunder Model represents the British Morris C9/B Self-Propelled Bofors gun truck. Based on the Morris Commercial C9 6×4 chassis, this mobile anti-aircraft platform was fitted with the ubiquitous 40mm Bofors gun, providing mobile air defence for British and Commonwealth forces during World War II. The kit captures the rugged detail of both the lorry and its Bofors gun mount, delivering a versatile and visually striking subject for dioramas and vehicle displays alike.

• 1/35 scale plastic model kit (Thunder Model item TM35210)
• Includes Morris C9 6×4 truck chassis with full engine and suspension detail
• 40mm Bofors anti-aircraft gun with detailed breech, mount, and shield
• Photo-etched parts for guards, straps, and fine accessories
• Optional open or closed crew compartment doors
• Detailed stowage, ammunition racks, and rear crew deck
• Markings for British and Commonwealth service units

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

Historical Background:

The Morris C9/B was developed during World War II to provide the British Army with a mobile anti-aircraft solution capable of keeping pace with mechanised formations. The truck-mounted 40mm Bofors gun proved effective in defending convoys and forward positions from low-flying aircraft. Its compact size and reliable performance made it particularly useful in North Africa and Northwest Europe. The C9/B configuration saw use with various Commonwealth units, often painted in disruptive camouflage or monotone colours depending on theatre. The 40mm Bofors itself remained one of the most effective and widely used anti-aircraft guns of the war.

Suggested Paint References:

These colours represent typical finishes used by British Army anti-aircraft units during the war. Paint matches are visually aligned and may differ slightly from kit manufacturer recommendations.