Gecko Models Plastic Model Kit

British GS Truck 30Cwt 4X2 Bedford OXD

This 1/35 scale kit from Gecko Models recreates the British Bedford OXD General Service truck, a widely used logistics vehicle during the Second World War. Designed for reliability and flexibility, the OXD played a key role in transporting supplies, equipment, and personnel across a wide range of operational environments.

As part of the 1/35 vehicle model kits range, this kit offers a detailed representation of the vehicle, including internal and external features. The model can be built with or without the canvas cover, allowing for different display options depending on the scene being created.

• 1/35 scale plastic model kit
• Detailed engine and driver compartment
• Includes driver figure
• British fuel cans included
• Photo-etch parts for added detail
• Optional canvas cover configuration
• Metal cargo body representation

The inclusion of detailed interior components and accessories allows for a more realistic build, whether displayed on its own or as part of a larger diorama. The optional features provide flexibility in how the finished model is presented.

History

The Bedford OXD was one of the most common British military trucks used during the Second World War. Designed as a 30 hundredweight general service vehicle, it was intended to perform a wide variety of roles, from transporting troops and supplies to acting as a support vehicle for frontline units.

Produced in large numbers, the OXD was valued for its reliability and straightforward design. Its 4×2 configuration made it suitable for road and light off-road use, while its cargo bed allowed it to carry a range of equipment, fuel, and personnel. Variants of the Bedford truck were used across multiple theatres, including Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

The vehicle became a familiar sight in British and Commonwealth forces, supporting logistical operations that were essential to maintaining combat effectiveness. Its adaptability meant it could be modified for specialist roles, including fuel transport and field support duties.

Today, the Bedford OXD is remembered as a key part of wartime logistics, representing the backbone of supply operations that kept armies moving throughout the conflict.