Italeri As 42 Sahariana
Brand: Italeri
Part No: HC-6530
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Request Stock NotificationThe Italeri AS 42 Sahariana (part number HC-6530) highlights the Italian Model 42 desert reconnaissance vehicle employed by the Regio Esercito during the Second World War. Developed from the chassis and mechanics of the AB 41 armoured car, the AS 42 was tailored for operations across North Africa.
About the AS 42 "Sahariana"
Engineered for desert conditions, the Sahariana combined a low profile with large-diameter wheels to traverse sand effectively. It became well known for swift reconnaissance and rapid raids behind enemy lines. Historical sources note the platform could be fitted with various weapons according to mission needs, reflecting its versatile role.
- Based on AB 41 armoured car chassis and mechanics
- Low silhouette and big wheels for improved mobility on sand
- Designed for reconnaissance duties and fast strikes
- Historical armament fits included Breda 20/65 mod. 1935, 47/32 anti-tank gun, and 20 mm Solothurn anti-tank rifle
This product name and description refer to the real AS 42 "Sahariana" vehicle to provide historical context for Italeri HC-6530.
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Thanks to its low profile shape and the big sized wheels the “Sahariana” was the ideal vehicle to perform reconnaissance duties and rapid “blitz” behind the enemy lines. It could be able to adopt several types of weapons such as the Breda 20/65 mod 1935 machine gun, the effective 47/32 anti-tank gun and the 20 mm. Solothurn anti-tank rifle
Key Info:
- Brand: Italeri
- Part No: HC-6530
- Barcode: 8001283065306
- Scale: 1:35
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