MiniArt 49007 FUEL & OIL DRUMS 1930-50s 1/48 – Set of 20 Fuel Drum Models

The MiniArt 49007 FUEL & OIL DRUMS 1930-50s 1/48 set is a high-quality plastic model kit that allows you to recreate logistical scenes and dioramas from the 1930–1950 period in 1/48 scale. This product is perfect for expanding collections of military vehicle models, aviation, and dioramas depicting technical support and the everyday life of armies from various countries. The box contains as many as 20 drum models—these are accurately modeled replicas of popular fuel and oil drums used in many countries.

Scale and Model Details

• Scale: 1/48 – widely used in modeling, especially for building military and aviation dioramas.
• Each drum features realistic surface details, such as grooves and manufacturer markings typical for the period of use.

History and Usage

• Period of use: 1930–1950, from the end of the interwar period, through World War II, up to the postwar years.
• These types of drums were used by the armies of many countries, including Germany, the United States, the United Kingdom, and the USSR, both at the front lines and in rear bases, warehouses, or field airfields.
• During World War II, fuel drums were a fundamental element of logistics on every battlefield, supporting the transport and fueling of vehicles and aircraft. After the war, they remained widely in use until the 1950s, when fuel storage systems became standardized.

Material and Accessories

• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene), ensuring easy processing of parts and compatibility with most model paints.
• The set does not include glue or paints—allowing the modeler to choose their own assembly and painting techniques.

Category and Target Group

• Category: plastic model kit – accessories for dioramas and military models in 1:48 scale.
• Recommended for modelers focusing on the World War II era, aviation, military vehicles, and dioramas.
• Suggested assembly difficulty: 1/5 – an easy kit, also suitable for beginner modelers and hobbyists looking to add realistic details to their scenes.

The MiniArt 49007 FUEL & OIL DRUMS 1930-50s 1/48 set is an extremely versatile product that allows you to enrich any historical, aviation, or military diorama. Thanks to its precise detailing and easy assembly, it is a great option for both beginners and advanced modelers who appreciate realistic results.