Level 2 Model Kit of Albion 3-Point Fueller Truck 1/48 Plastic Model kit by Airfix

Brand new plastic model kit of Albion 3-Point Fueller Truck (Level 2) 1/48 plastic model kit by Airfix. Brand new box. Vintage style packaging. Officially licensed product. Contains 113 detailed parts. Does NOT include display stand. Paint and cement required (not included). Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Parts molded in Light Gray, unless otherwise indicated. Dimensions approximately L-4.625, W-1.75, H-2 inches assembled. HISTORY ASPECTS: The Albion 3-Point Fueller was a specialized airfield support vehicle developed by the British manufacturer Albion Motors during World War II. Designed for rapid and efficient refueling of Royal Air Force (RAF) aircraft, it featured a distinctive three-hose system that allowed multiple aircraft to be serviced simultaneously. Its rugged construction and reliable engine made it suitable for use on rough and often muddy forward airfields, where logistical efficiency was vital to maintaining air superiority. This vehicle saw extensive use in various theaters of the Second World War, including the European and North African campaigns. It played a critical support role during major operations such as the Battle of Britain, D-Day, and the push across Western Europe. On the ground, the Albion 3-Point Fueller contributed directly to the high operational tempo of RAF squadrons, ensuring that Spitfires, Hurricanes, and later Typhoons and Tempests were always ready for combat missions. After the war, many Albion fuellers remained in RAF service into the early postwar years, with some being adapted for civil aviation use. Though eventually replaced by more modern equipment, the Albion 3-Point Fueller remains a celebrated example of wartime ingenuity and logistics. Its service ensured that front-line fighters stayed airborne during some of the most critical moments of the conflict. This 1:48 scale model is a must-have for enthusiasts of WWII aviation dioramas and British military history. Featuring intricate detail and authentic wartime markings, it perfectly complements 1:48 scale aircraft kits, bringing the unsung heroes of the air war—the ground crews—into the spotlight.