AIRFIX Models A02332 1/76 British 105mm Light Field Gun

Model Kit

Enhance your military diorama with this 1:76 scale plastic model of the British 105mm Light Field Gun. Comprising 52 parts and rated at Skill Level 1, this kit is perfect for beginners, providing a rewarding building experience for hobbyists aged 8 and up. This lightweight yet sturdy modern field gun was adaptable enough for deployment in harsh terrains, easily towed by Army Land Rovers or transported as an underslung load beneath larger British helicopters.

Introduced to the British Army in 1976, this weapon was engineered to surpass its predecessor in both range and firepower, while maintaining the previous model's portability, albeit making it a heavier gun. The 105mm Light Field Gun was versatile enough to be used in difficult environments, capable of being towed by Army Land Rovers or carried as an underslung load by larger British helicopters. Manufactured extensively, these guns were widely exported and played a significant role during the Falklands War, where their combination of firepower and mobility was crucial to British operations.

FEATURES:

• 1:76 scale model ideal for military scenes and dioramas
• 52 parts for an enjoyable assembly process
• Skill Level 1 - suitable for novice modellers
• Appropriate for ages 8 and older
• Represents the British 105mm Light Field Gun in use from 1976 onwards