Ford GTB (crane)

Ford GTB (crane) miniature, representing the American military utility truck equipped with a rear-mounted crane during World War II. Based on the Ford GTB chassis, this variant was designed for recovery, lifting, and maintenance duties, particularly in naval and logistical operations. The crane-equipped configuration allowed crews to load heavy equipment, move supplies, and assist with vehicle and machinery repairs in the field. Known for its compact size, rugged construction, and versatility, the Ford GTB was widely used by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. This specialized support vehicle is perfect for WWII dioramas, maintenance scenes, naval logistics setups, or historical vehicle collections in multiple scales. This product is a model kit with components meant for assembly and gluing, requiring some cuts to remove sprues and support plastic on the plastic parts, this kit is accompanied by a complementary assembly video on YouTube. This model kit is suitable for use in miniature wargaming, scale model railroads, miniature scenes or dioramas, as well as for model display purposes. Proudly made and shipped from a small family business based in Washington State, United States. Orders of $100 or more automatically receive FREE shipping at checkout within the United States. For assembly instructions, search on YouTube for "Miniature Tanks Company Ford GTB (crane)."