IBG | 72162 | Bedford MWR British Radio Command Truck | 1:72

IBG | 72162 | Bedford MWR British Radio Command Truck | 1:72

Included: Plastic parts PE (photo-etched) parts
Not included: Figures Glue and paint.

The Bedford MWR is a well-known military radio and command vehicle from the Second World War, based on the chassis of the light British Bedford MW truck.

What makes the Bedford MWR special:
The 'R' for Radio: The 'R' designation stands for Radio (often referred to as FFW – 'Fitted For Wireless'). The cargo bed was equipped with wireless transmitting and receiving equipment, batteries, and seating for radio operators. Generator: Because the radios consumed a significant amount of power, these vehicles were often fitted with a small auxiliary generator (such as a 'Chore Horse' generator) housed in a box on the step by the driver's door, along with modified electrical wiring. Brief overview of the base model (Bedford MW): Payload: Approximately 760 kg (15 cwt). Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive only (4×2). Engine: A 3.5-liter, six-cylinder petrol engine producing 72 hp. Top speed: Approximately 64 km/h. Cab: Early models featured an open cab with a folding windshield; from 1943 onwards, they were equipped with an enclosed cab, doors, and a canvas roof.

Deployment: The vehicle served with the British Army (including the Royal Artillery), the Royal Air Force (RAF), and Commonwealth forces in North Africa, Italy, and Northwest Europe (including the Netherlands in 1944). They were used to maintain contact between the front lines, artillery units, and headquarters.