AEC Matador Gun Tractor (Early)
With nearly 10,000 built between 1939 and 1945, this was one of the most widely used trucks in the British Army. This model is of the early "1940" version which saw service with the BEF in Norway, France and Belgium. They also saw service throughout North Africa, Sicily, Italy & in the Far East.
- SKU: UK225
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The AEC (0)853 4x4 Tractor, better known as the Matador, was built from April 1939 until November 1945, with nearly 10,000 built. Weighing 7tons and powered by a 7.7ltr Petrol Engine, (some later vehicles had Diesel), they were designed to tow the 3.7" Anti-Aircraft Gun (see UK102), 5.5" Howitzer & 7.2" Field Gun. In the Western Desert in 1941 they were also used as makeshift Tank Transporters towing the 45ton rated Rodgers Trailer due to shortages of Diamond T980's. Another unusual haul was the Churchill Crocodile Flamethrower Trailers (see UK04) of the 79th. Armoured Division in NW Europe. Fifteen Matadors were assigned to each Crocodile battallion to tow the trailers when the Churchills were being moved by Tank Transporters. This model is of the early "1940" version which saw service with the BEF in Norway, France and Belgium. They also saw service throughout North Africa, Sicily, Italy & in the Far East.
- ManufacturerMilicast
- Unit of SaleSingle Unit
- Assembly StatusUnassembled Kit
- Scale1:76
- Age Level17 Years & Up
- Skill Level3 – Intermediate
- ThemeMilitaria
We ship to all countries World Wide. If you receive an error message "No shipping location available" or similar, please contact us directly by e-mail (info@milicast.com) and we shall assist. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
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All Goods remain the property of Milicast Model Company until paid for in full. Goods may only be returned by prior arrangement at the recipients' expense. Delivery and insurance charges are non-refundable. Claims for damaged/missing items should be made within seven days of receipt.
Any products purchased 'second hand’, (without proof of direct Milicast Model Company supply, or supply from an Milicast Model Company approved dealer, shop or agent), or any products part assembled or part worked on in any way, are not covered by this returns policy. Under these circumstances no returns will be accepted, however we may quote for the supply of parts to restore the product to full inventory.
