Tamiya 35218 - 1:35 U.S. 2 -Ton 6x6 Cargo Truck

Plastic model kit of the U.S. 2.5-ton 6×6 cargo truck in 1:35 scale

Tamiya 35218 depicts the U.S. 2.5-ton 6×6 cargo truck – one of the most important Allied transport vehicles of the Second World War. Thanks to its all-wheel drive and large payload, the truck was the backbone of supplying the forces, transporting soldiers and towing guns. The model faithfully reproduces the cab, cargo bed and chassis.

What's in the box:

• Plastic sprues with cab, cargo bed and chassis parts
• Reproduced all-wheel drive (6×6)
• Off-road tread wheels
• Decal sheet and illustrated assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Item number: 35218
• Manufacturer: Tamiya
• Assembled length: approx. 189 mm
• Skill level: beginner/intermediate

Note: glue, paints and modelling tools are not included. The model is intended for self-assembly.

Building the model:

As a Tamiya-tooled kit it features good parts fit. It is worth painting the cab and cargo bed in stages before final assembly. Emphasise the final result with a wash and weathering imitating heavy off-road use.

Tools you'll need:

• Modelling nippers for removing parts from the sprues
• Hobby knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper for cleaning up sprue-gate marks
• Plastic cement (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement)
• Brushes of various sizes and modelling paints (acrylic or enamel)
• Panel-line wash to emphasise detail, plus dry-brushing
• Pigments and paints for weathering effects (mud, dust, rust)

About the vehicle – 2.5-ton 6×6 cargo truck:

The U.S. 2.5-ton 6×6 cargo truck was one of the pillars of Allied logistics. Produced in vast numbers, it served to transport supplies, soldiers and equipment on every front. It became a symbol of the efficiency of the Allied supply system.

Original vehicle specifications:

• Length: approx. 6.6 m
• Width: approx. 2.2 m
• Height: approx. 2.8 m
• Payload: approx. 2.5 t (cross-country)
• Powerplant: inline-six petrol engine, approx. 100 hp
• Max speed: approx. 70 km/h
• All-wheel drive (6×6)
• Feature: the standard Allied transport truck

About the manufacturer – Tamiya:

Tamiya Corporation is a Japanese model company founded in 1946 in Shizuoka, regarded as the heart of Japan's model-making industry. It launched its first injection-moulded plastic kit in 1960 and soon set a global benchmark for quality thanks to precise tooling and excellent parts fit. The 1:35 Military Miniature series is one of the most highly regarded military model lines in the world. Beyond plastic kits in many scales, the company offers a full range of accessories: paints, glues, tools and brushes. Tamiya operates in dozens of countries and remains one of the most recognisable brands in the hobby.