Hasegawa MT24 British Daimler Mk II Armoured Car (1/72)

Hasegawa MT24 British Daimler Mk II Armoured Car is a detailed plastic assembly model in 1:72 scale, produced by the renowned Japanese manufacturer Hasegawa. This model depicts one of the most famous British armoured cars of the 20th century, designed and widely used during World War II. It is made from high-quality plastic, ensuring durability and excellent reproduction of details.

Brief Historical Overview

The Daimler Armoured Car Mk II was an improved version of the well-known Daimler Mk I. Production of this vehicle started in Britain between 1941-1944. The car was mainly used by the British Army and the armed forces of Commonwealth countries such as Canada, India, and Australia. Thanks to its solid construction, four-wheel drive, and good mobility, it served during operations in North Africa, Italy, France, and Germany—anywhere effective reconnaissance cover for armoured and motorised infantry was required. The Daimler Armoured Car Mk II could also be seen postwar, up until the 1950s, as a reconnaissance or police vehicle in British colonies.

Features of the Hasegawa MT24 Model

• Scale: 1:72 – ideal for collections, dioramas, and model battles from the World War II period
• User countries: United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries
• Service period: World War II, postwar years
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Precisely recreated body elements: turret, hull, suspension
• Authentic details in line with historical documentation
• Includes decal sheet for reproducing British unit markings
• Model does not include glue or paints – recommended to use modelling products dedicated to plastics
• Category: plastic assembly model kit

Who do we recommend it for?

Hasegawa MT24 British Daimler Mk II Armoured Car (1/72) is recommended for both intermediate and advanced modellers interested in British armoured vehicles of World War II, as well as collectors creating dioramas depicting 20th-century conflicts. Due to its precise details and small scale, we rate the model's difficulty at 3/5. It makes an excellent choice for expanding any armoured vehicles collection. Hasegawa guarantees high quality and satisfaction from assembly.