Mirror Models 35167 CMP Ford F15A Water truck, Cab 13 4x4 drive (1/35) – plastic model kit

Mirror Models 35167 CMP Ford F15A Water truck, Cab 13 4x4 drive (1/35) is a high-quality plastic model kit representing a Canadian military truck used during World War II. The model is produced in 1:35 scale, allowing you to realistically recreate authentic details and historical features of the vehicle. This product belongs to the category of self-assembly plastic model kits and does not include glue or paints, which need to be purchased separately.

Historical context of the model: The CMP Ford F15A Water truck, also known as the Ford F15A Cab 13, is a light military truck in a 4x4 configuration, designed as part of the Canadian Military Pattern (CMP) program. It was widely used by the Canadian army as well as the forces of the British Commonwealth – the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. The presented variant – a tanker truck – was used to transport water to the front lines, both for soldiers and equipment.

The CMP Ford F15A gained particular renown during World War II, serving on all major fronts, including North Africa, Western Europe, and the Far East between 1941 and 1945. Its modular design, ruggedness in difficult terrain, and versatile applications made it one of the most recognizable vehicles of the era.

Kit contents and its advantages:

• Parts made from high-quality plastic provide accurate reproduction of details such as the grill, Cab 13, and the specialist water tank superstructure
• The kit includes a complete set of clear frames for assembling the model, transparent window parts, and decals for various marking options
• Includes a detailed assembly manual, guiding you step by step through the building process

The kit does not include metal, photo-etched, or resin accessories; it focuses on faithful reproduction of the vehicle in a plastic version. The quality and fit of the parts make this kit suitable for intermediate modelers – assembly difficulty level: 3/5.

Recommendation: Mirror Models 35167 CMP Ford F15A Water truck is recommended for hobbyists interested in World War II military vehicles, historical dioramas, and collectors of Canadian CMP models. It is a great choice as a standalone project or as part of a larger military scene.