{"product_id":"british-2-ton-4x2-ambulance-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"British 2-Ton 4x2 Ambulance 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of the unsung support vehicles of the Second World War with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya British 2-Ton 4x2 Ambulance 1:48 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the British military ambulance used to evacuate wounded personnel from the battlefield, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic surface detailing and authentic wartime markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for WWII vehicle enthusiasts, military collectors and diorama builders looking to recreate medical and support units.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle: British 2-Ton 4x2 Ambulance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed cab and ambulance body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic British Army decal options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBritish 2-Ton 4x2 Ambulance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was one of the principal medical transport vehicles used by the British Army during the Second World War. Based on a standard 2-ton commercial truck chassis, it was adapted to carry wounded soldiers safely from frontline aid stations to field hospitals and casualty clearing stations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for reliability and ease of maintenance, the ambulance featured an enclosed rear body fitted to accommodate multiple stretcher cases or seated casualties. Medical personnel could provide basic treatment while transporting the wounded, helping to improve survival rates by ensuring casualties reached medical facilities as quickly as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese ambulances served in every major theatre of the war, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItaly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth-West Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFar East\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They operated in difficult conditions, often travelling over rough terrain and under the threat of enemy fire to recover injured troops. Despite being protected under the Geneva Convention by clearly displayed Red Cross markings, ambulance crews frequently found themselves working in hazardous combat zones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe British Army relied heavily on vehicles such as the 2-Ton 4x2 Ambulance to maintain an efficient casualty evacuation system. Their dependable performance ensured thousands of wounded soldiers received timely medical care, making them an essential but often overlooked part of the Allied war effort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, surviving examples are preserved in museums and private collections, serving as a reminder of the courage and dedication of the Royal Army Medical Corps and the many drivers and medical staff who risked their lives to save others throughout the conflict.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60214957867342,"sku":"32605","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/32605_01.jpg?v=1784987237","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/british-2-ton-4x2-ambulance-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}