ICM 35602 WWII British Truck Leyland Retriever General Service 1/35

ICM 35602 WWII British Truck Leyland Retriever General Service 1/35

The ICM 35602 WWII British Truck Leyland Retriever General Service 1/35 scale model is a finely detailed plastic kit of the popular British military truck from World War II. This set is designed for advanced modelers who expect the highest quality of detail and precision, and wish to enrich their Allied vehicle collection with a realistically recreated replica of a vehicle that became legendary during key wartime campaigns.

Historical Information:

The Leyland Retriever was one of the British Army's main trucks from 1939 to 1945. Produced by Leyland Motors, it was a part of a wide range of utility vehicles used during World War II by units from Britain as well as Commonwealth countries such as Australia and Canada. The Leyland Retriever General Service played a key role during campaigns in North Africa, Italy, and Western Europe, transporting soldiers, supplies, and military equipment.

Product Features:

• Model scale: 1/35, allowing for precise reproduction of even the smallest structural details.
• Version: General Service – standard supply truck.
• Historical era: World War II (1939–1945).
• User countries: United Kingdom and Commonwealth nations.
• Material: high-quality plastic for easy assembly and painting.
• The kit includes parts to build a detailed replica of the vehicle – engine, chassis, bodywork details, and an authentically recreated cabin interior following British military standards.
• The set does not include glue or paints, allowing the modeler to choose accessories individually.

Product Category:

Plastic model kit – ideal for military dioramas and collections of historical vehicles.

Recommendations and Difficulty Level:

The ICM 35602 kit is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 3/5), due to its large number of small, precisely crafted parts and the need for independent painting and assembly according to the instructions. It is an excellent base for World War II history enthusiasts, fans of military modelling, and heavy vehicle collectors.