Preview: Two new plastic haulin' kits from I love Kit in September...

I Love Kit are moovin' plastic in trailer & container form this month, with two new kits in 35th scale for modellers. We look at the art, decals, marking choices & built test shots in our preview...

Preview: Two new plastic haulin' kits from I love Kit in September...

LVSR MKR18 Cargo Truck with 20ft Container

by I Love Kit

Model no #63550

1/35th scale

Price: $115 USD from Hobbylink Japan

After many years of faithful service, the LVS was replaced in 2009 by the LVSR, Logistics Vehicle System Replacement. This new model sports a 10-wheel-drive system and features Oshkosh's proven TAK-4 fully independent suspension. Also new for the LVSR are an improved weapons turret powered by an electric motor, and integrated vehicle armour with the ability to add more. 

Markings included in this kit

Decals included in this kit

With a 22.5-ton on-road and 16.5-ton off-road payload capacity and power from a 600hp Caterpillar C15 diesel engine, the LVSR has the capacity and power to carry whatever the mission requires. It can haul flatracks, ISO shipping containers, bridging equipment, boats, fuel containers, and much more. For the ultimate in versatility, the LVSR is available in three variations: the MKR15 Wrecker, MKR16 Tractor, and MKR18 Cargo.

Model Length: Length: 325.2mm Width: 107.4mm

Total Parts 680+

Metal tube included

Photo Etched Parts: 3 frets

Masks provided for transparencies

Total of 21 sprues and tyres

- Multi-directional slide moulded cab

- Full drive train assembly complete with engine transmission, differential housing and suspension units.

Here you see the test kit built up by the I love Kit staff

M1101/1102 Light Tactical Trailer (LTT)

by I Love Kit

Model no #63566

1/35th scale

Price: $19 USD from Hobbylink Japan

The Light Tactical Trailer (LTT) is a single-axle, two-wheel trailer that can be towed by an HMMWV or JLTV.

Markings included in this kit

Decals included in this kit

This 1/35-scale model kit of a M1101/M1102 light tactical trailer from I Love Kit includes poly caps and photo-etched parts; the tires are made of soft vinyl.

Model Length: 100.5mm Width: 64.3mm

Total of 4 sprues and tires

More Features the kit consists of over 80 parts

- Photo-etched parts included

- rubber tires

Here you see the test kit built up by the I love Kit staff

You can find out more about I Love Kit models on their Website