Gecko Models 1/35 Military Vehicle Kit
Bedford MWC 15-cwt 4×2 200 Gallon Water Bowser Truck (Open Cab Aeroscreen)
- 1/35 scale plastic model kit
- Features open cab with aeroscreen configuration
- 200-gallon water bowser tank with detailed piping and fittings
- Accurate wartime Bedford chassis and drive components
- Photo-etched parts and clear components included
- Choice of wartime markings
- Ideal for dioramas or support vehicle collections
- Unassembled and unpainted, glue and paints required
History:
The Bedford MWC was a specialised 15-cwt 4×2 water bowser variant of the popular Bedford MW truck series, developed for the British Army during World War II. With a 200-gallon water tank mounted to the rear, it played a critical role in ensuring water supplies for troops stationed at forward operating bases, encampments, and field hospitals. Unlike the GS (general service) versions, the MWC was equipped with specific plumbing and fixtures to allow water dispensing for both drinking and sanitation purposes.
The open cab design with aeroscreen was typical of early war production models, intended to reduce production time and materials. These vehicles were used extensively throughout the European and North African campaigns and were highly valued by logistics and engineering units. Gecko Models’ kit provides an authentic representation of this essential support vehicle, complete with delicate detailing, making it an excellent choice for modellers focused on WWII British Army operations and diorama settings.
