1/48 French ‘40’ Laffly Crew No.2

Contexte historique et thème

Le 1/48 French ’40 Laffly Crew No.2 represents a French Army crewman from the 1940 Battle of France, a period when Laffly vehicles were central to mobility, reconnaissance, and logistics. These distinctive trucks—featuring auxiliary wheels for rough terrain—were used extensively to move troops, ammunition, and equipment across rural French roads. As armored and motorized warfare intensified, Laffly crews faced increasing pressure to reposition quickly, support frontline units, and adapt to the rapidly evolving battlefield. The 1/48 French ’40 Laffly Crew No.2 captures the atmosphere of this turbulent early-war environment.

Détails et réalisme des figurines

Le 1/48 French ’40 Laffly Crew No.2 is sculpted in a natural seated pose designed for the passenger or co-driver position inside Laffly S20, V15, or similar early-war French vehicles. The figure features an accurate M1935 uniform, Adrian helmet or cap option, detailed equipment, and believable relaxed posture. Resin printing ensures sharp fabric folds, clean edges, and expressive anatomy, providing painters with excellent opportunities for highlighting and shading.

Utilisation en diorama et en affichage

Ideal for French transport, reconnaissance, and convoy scenes, the 1/48 French ’40 Laffly Crew No.2 brings life to otherwise static vehicle builds. The figure integrates seamlessly into early-war road movements, resupply operations, and retreat scenarios. Paired with infantry or other crew members, he enhances the storytelling of any 1940 French Army diorama.

Matériel et personnalisation

Cast in high-quality resin, the 1/48 French ’40 Laffly Crew No.2 requires assembly and painting. Painters may apply classic French tones: horizon blue, khaki, and leather brown. Glue and paint are not included.

À qui s'adresse-t-il ?

Perfect for WWII vehicle enthusiasts and diorama builders seeking authentic early-war French crew figures to complete Laffly truck interiors or convoy scenes.