In 1935 the Italian Fiat Company began work on a small car for low income families, which became known as the “Topolino” (little mouse). Powered by a 4 cylinder 569cc engine it was capable of 85km/h. Construction was advanced for its day and although sold as a 2 seater, it was strong enough to carry 5 people. Production started in 1936 at Fiat and was judged a success. At the start of WWII many of these cars were pressed into service. Most were used as run-about’s by the Italian and German armies, seeing service in Europe, North Africa and Russia.
The Bronco kit consists of 107 styrene parts molded in tan, 9 styrene parts molded in clear and 20 styrene parts molded in grey for the 2 figures. Also included are 16 photo etch detail parts and markings for 2 vehicles.
All of the parts are molded to the highest standards and feature great details. There is no flash present and seam lines are minimal. The 2 figures feature great details and the faces rival resin figures.
Some key features of the kit are:
- Full engine
- Detailed drive train
- Detailed chassis
- Styrene molded tires
- Positional front wheels
- Hood can be built open or closed
- 2 options for main headlights
- Doors can be built open or closed
- Windows can be built up or down
- Top can be built up or down
