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Airfix # A03312 1/48 Albion 3-Point Fueller
Product Info
This intricately crafted 1:48 scale model of the Albion 3-Point Fueller consists of 113 components, providing an engaging building experience for modellers aged 8 and up at Skill Level 2. Made from premium plastic, this model accurately depicts the medium-sized utility vehicle that served as a crucial asset for the RAF throughout World War Two.
Key Features
113 piece plastic kit in 1:48 scale
Skill Level 2 build suitable for ages 8 and above
Depicts the specially adapted Albion 463 with Air Ministry prefix
Genuine World War Two RAF refuelling vehicle
Includes parts for one paint scheme
History
In November 1934, the Air Ministry evaluated various manufacturers' chassis to meet RAF requirements. Albion secured the contract with a uniquely adapted version of the mid-sized 463, designated with the AM (Air Ministry) prefix. It served multiple purposes, most notably as a refuelling vehicle.
Choosing the Albion chassis marked a significant advancement in standardising RAF ground support machinery during the inter-war years. The AM463's sturdy construction and dependable performance made it ideal for the challenging conditions of military airfield operations.
During World War Two, these adaptable vehicles were a common presence on RAF airfields across the UK and abroad, playing a crucial yet often underappreciated role in maintaining the operational readiness of fighter and bomber units.
Paints and Glue Sold Seperate
