MiniArt 39003 BRITISH MILITARY LORRY B-TYPE 1/35 – Plastic military vehicle model kit

MiniArt 39003 BRITISH MILITARY LORRY B-TYPE 1/35 is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the famous British military B-Type lorry from the First World War period. The kit has been designed with careful attention to historical details, and the number and precision of parts allow for a faithful recreation of a vehicle that made its mark in the history of British military motoring.

Scale: 1/35

• Country of use: United Kingdom
• Historical period: World War I, years 1914–1918
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Product category: plastic model kit

The B-Type was one of the most famous military trucks of the British Army during the Great War. Manufactured by the London General Omnibus Company, it became an icon of British frontline logistics and was widely used for transporting soldiers, supplies, and evacuating the wounded from Western Front battlefields as well as in Middle Eastern campaigns. Its solid, reliable design allowed for effective operation in challenging combat conditions. According to historical sources, over 9,000 B-Types reached the front – it was the first mass-produced lorry, helping to standardize military transport.

The MiniArt 39003 kit offers a highly detailed replication of both the characteristic silhouette of the vehicle and features such as:

• Photo-etched details highlighting the model’s realism (e.g., small equipment components, radiator covers, bodywork details)
• Multi-part chassis and finely detailed cab with replicated instruments and seat structure
• Various assembly options (open or closed doors)
• Painting versions with authentic British unit markings

The kit does not include glue or paints, therefore it is recommended for intermediate and advanced modellers — the assembly difficulty level is 3/5.

MiniArt 39003 BRITISH MILITARY LORRY B-TYPE 1/35 is the perfect choice for military enthusiasts, World War I history buffs, and anyone who enjoys building realistic era dioramas. The model boasts exceptional manufacturing quality and excellent historical accuracy, making it especially recommended for collectors of military models and fans of British military engineering. It's an excellent addition both for standalone display and as part of complex diorama projects.