Citroen Traction 11CV - Staff Car - 1/48

Citroën Traction 11CV - Staff Car

1/48 scale plastic Model Kit of the Citroën Traction 11 CV.

About the Model:
- 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit
- Highly detailed model
- Underside of chassis features accurate detailing.
- The versatile Citroen 11CV served in a variety of military purposes, making it perfect for lining with 1/48 MM Series tanks or 1/48 scale airplanes. Also makes a wonderful setpiece for military dioramas.
- Car modelers will enjoy building the civilian model Citroen 11CV.
- Decals offer choice of 4 types of markings
  L392506 - French Army Early WWII
  9806 RM9 - French civilian Car, France, During WWII
  1352 RM1 - German Engineering Company, 112th Infantry Division, Wehrmacht, Eastern Front
  WL-224158 - 8th Air Corps, Luftwaffe, Eastern Front

History:
This famous French sedan was produced from 1934 to 1957, its nickname in French is "Traction Avant" meaning front-wheel drive. Indeed, the innovative 11CV was one of the pioneers of front-wheel drive. Its versatility led to it being adapted for military use in great numbers, with the French, Free French and German occupying armies all employing 11CV cars. Germany deployed 11CVs to theaters all around Europe, including France, Italy and the Russian Front. German pilots often used the Citroen 11CV as their private car.