Gnome‑Rhône AX II with sidecar (French)

Description

This French‑built Gnome‑Rhône AX II motorcycle, often paired with a sturdy sidecar, served both French and later German forces after occupation. Its air‑cooled engine provided dependable performance, and the sidecar allowed transport of personnel, radios, or light weapons. Although not as advanced as German designs, it offered solid mobility for reconnaissance and liaison duties. The combination struggled in rough terrain due to limited power, yet its simple mechanics made field repairs straightforward. Used mainly in secondary theatres and occupation zones, the AX II proved a practical utility vehicle whose modest capabilities were offset by reliability and ease of operation.

• Country/Army: French
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: Wargame3D
• All models are produced under license with the original designer.
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown due to material availability and differences in batches.
• Photos show 28mm models unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These may be sourced from a different designer to the one noted above and the model may differ in details such as lacking camo netting, stowage, having a chunkier weapon barrel, tracks etc.