Indian pattern armoured carrier (British)

Description

The Indian Pattern Armoured Car was a series of improvised yet effective armoured vehicles produced in British India during the Second World War. Built largely on Canadian Military Pattern (CMP) truck chassis, these cars were designed to meet the urgent need for mobile reconnaissance and internal security vehicles at a time when British and Commonwealth forces in the region faced equipment shortages. Their construction used locally available steel plate and simple, angular armour layouts, giving them a distinctive, box‑like appearance.

These armoured cars served widely across India, Burma, Malaya, and the Middle East, performing roles such as convoy escort, patrol work, airfield defence, and reconnaissance. Although not intended to fight heavily armoured opponents, they were valued for their reliability, ease of maintenance, and suitability for rough terrain. Armament typically consisted of a Bren light machine gun or Vickers gun, mounted in an open or lightly armoured turret, providing adequate firepower against infantry and light vehicles.

The Indian Pattern Armoured Car played a particularly important role during the Burma campaign, where its mobility and simplicity proved well suited to jungle tracks and long‑distance patrols. While never as sophisticated as purpose‑built British or American armoured cars, it filled a critical gap and contributed significantly to Commonwealth operations in the Asian theatre.

• Model: Indian pattern armoured carrier
• Country/Army: British & Commonwealth
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: Wargame3D
• 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.
• Photos and dimensions are at 28mm 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 are designed by Bergman or TigerAce1945.