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Wanting to replace their outdated light vehicles the U.S. Military received three tenders. Bantam Car Company was the initial winner but couldn’t meet demand so the job went to Willys-Overland Motors. Willys was to take the best design features of the three submitted tenders and build a standardized vehicle. Eventually in order to meet an even greater demand the Ford Motors Company was asked to build a similar vehicle. During World War II there was a total of 647,870 Jeeps produced by the three companies; Willys- Overland produced 362,841 of them.

On 24 August 1943, the second DFL (Free French division) officially becomes the 2nd Armored Division (2e DB). Three days after Rommel had left North Africa General Montgomery informed General Leclerc that a large number of enemy tanks were headed towards Ksar-Rhilane where he was located. Leclerc stayed in position and on March 10 1943 the 2e Division Blindee began heavy antitank fire. Both the RAF and the Luftwaffe made several strikes and by days end the Germans were forced to retreat leaving many burning tanks and trucks. The jeep is named after Ksar-Rhilane where the battle took place.

Specifications for WWII Jeep Manufacturer - Willys-Overland Crew - 1 with up to 3 others Weight (gross) - 3,125 lb (1,417 kg)

Performance Engine - Carburetor, liquid cooled, “Go Devil” 4 cylinder (Willys L-head), 60 hp @ 4.000 rpm, 134 cu. In. (2.200 cm3) displacement Transmission - Warner T-84J / 3-speed synchro-mesh Transfer case - Dana Spicer 18 / 2-speed Gear shifter - floor mounted Suspension Front axle - beam-leaf Rear axle - beam-leaf Brakes - Hydraulic Front - drum Rear - drum Fuel Type - gasoline Capacity - 15 US gallons (56.78 liters) Range - 375 miles (600 km)

Electrical system - 6 volt, negative ground Tires - (4) + (1) spare / 6 X 16 (non-directional)

Ground clearance - 8.75 in (22.22 cm) Fording depth Standard - 18 in (45.72 cm / .4572 m) Maximum - 21 in (53.34 cm / .5334 m)

Dimensions Length - 132.75 in (3.371 m). Wheelbase - 80 in (2.032 m). Width - 62 in (1.5748 m). Height Top up - 69.75 in (1.77165 m). To top of steering wheel w/top down - 51.25 in (1.30175 m).

Hobby Master 1/72 Ground Power Series HG4211 US Willys Jeep MB 2e Division Blindee, “KSAR-RHILANE” trailer included

Authentic Detailing Pre-Painted by professionals Accurate paint colors Markings Tampo (pad) applied Fully Assembled True to Scale (1:72) Weathering and insignias Rubber wheels that roll Windshield can pivot up and down Accessories like gas cans, shovels etc.