Unimax Forces of Valor Tanks and Diecast Military Vehicles
 Created with the military enthusiast in mind, Unimax' Forces of Valor range presents stunning replicas of legendary military vehicles and the soldiers that operated them. Authentically designed, Forces of Valor replicas bring battle-hardened machines to life in amazing detail. Precision engineering in die-cast and plastic with working treads, rotating turrets, elevating weapons, opening hatches and removable accessories make FOV real.
#UNI80255H - 2nd Issue: 1942 Production US Army GMC CCKW 353 6x6 2-1/2 Ton Truck w/ 3 Soldiers - Normandy, 1944 [D-Day Commemorative Packaging] (1:32 Scale)
-- Updated September 2nd, 2010 --
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