IBG Models Plastic Model Kit
Italian Autocannone 3Ro with 90/53 Gun and Crew (1/35) IBG35066
This 1/35 scale kit from IBG Models depicts the Autocannone 3Ro, an Italian heavy truck modified to mount the powerful 90/53 anti-aircraft and anti-tank gun. Complete with crew figures, this kit provides an authentic representation of one of Italy’s most distinctive World War II mobile artillery units.
- 1/35 scale plastic model kit
- Features Fiat 3Ro heavy truck chassis
- 90/53 gun with fine detailing
- Full crew figures included
- Accurate wartime configuration
The kit offers highly detailed parts and crisp moulding, making it an excellent choice for modellers interested in Italian WWII equipment. The inclusion of crew figures enhances diorama potential, providing a dynamic scene of gun operation in the field.
History
The Autocannone 3Ro was developed during World War II by mounting the 90/53 gun on the Fiat 3Ro heavy truck chassis. This adaptation provided the Italian Army with a mobile platform capable of engaging both air and ground targets. The 90/53 was one of the most effective artillery pieces of the era, comparable in performance to the German 88mm. Autocannoni units saw service in North Africa, Italy, and the Balkans, often providing crucial fire support against Allied armour and aircraft. Though vulnerable due to the open mounting, their mobility and firepower made them valuable assets in a variety of combat roles. The Autocannone 3Ro remains an iconic example of Italy’s efforts to adapt available resources to meet the demands of modern warfare.
