Scale build Italeri 229 - 1/35 M101 Cargo Trailer with 250 Gallon Tank  [IT-0229S]

Model snapshot for Italeri 229 - 1/35 M101 Cargo Trailer

The Italeri 229 presents the M101 cargo trailer as a 1/35 plastic kit with careful attention to shape and panel detail. It is aimed at hobbyists who want a faithful miniature of a common U.S. military support trailer used to transport supplies.

Operational Background and Detail

The M101 served as a basic logistics trailer and this kit captures the straightforward engineering of the original. Scale-accurate elements give a clear picture of how the trailer was configured for service use.

Construction Tips

Expect a satisfying build that is neither trivial nor extreme. The parts fit well but benefit from patient trimming and alignment. Details like the suspension mounts and cargo floor take care to glue and paint for the best match to the real article.

Display and Diorama Ideas

When finished, the trailer works well alone or as part of a convoy scene. Its scale and proportions make it a compatible match for 1/35 trucks and accessory kits, useful for transport and maintenance vignette scenes.