Italeri: 1/24 Mercedes Benz G230 Feuerwehr – Model Kit

Mercedes-Benz's off-road models are sold as the G series, called Gerendewagen!

This line first appeared in 1979; the original version was developed as a military vehicle, and the G series is a civilian model based on that vehicle. It was jointly developed with Steyr-Daimler, and is based on a military vehicle, it features toughness and exhibits excellent running performance; it's become very popular and reliable. The G230 is a type equipped with a water-cooled in-line four-cylinder 2997cc gasoline engine; it has four-wheel drive as well as a rigid axle equipped with a coil spring suspension. Its outstanding performance has been a worldwide success, and has rewarded Mercedes-Benz with new users; it has especially become an indispensable vehicle for the German fire department.

This model kit from Italeri brings us a 1/24-scale replica of the Mercedes-Benz four-wheel-drive off-road G230; this is a four-door type of the first Gerendewagen that appeared in 1979. This version was deployed and operated by the German fire department. It fully reproduces the body style based on straight lines, and the equipment unique to fire-department vehicles, such as the auxiliary light on the front, the light attached to the roof and the horn have been firmly reproduced. The interior is also fully duplicated, from the lining to the seats and dashboard; the equipment installed in the rear luggage compartment is also firmly modeled. The underside of the hull strongly expresses the powerful four-wheel drive, too.

Specifications:

• Size: Approximately 19.3cm long when completed

Glue, Paint, & Modelling tools required.

Italeri Incorporated is an Italian manufacturer of plastic-scale models of airplanes, military vehicles, helicopters, ships, trucks, and cars.