{"product_id":"cs8-morris-scala-1-72-1-item","title":"CS8 Morris - 1\/72 scale resin model kit, 3D printed","description":"\u003cp\u003eL'autocarro \u003cstrong\u003eMorris CS8\u003c\/strong\u003e è stato sviluppato in risposta a una richiesta del \u003cem\u003eWar Office\u003c\/em\u003e nel 1934 per un veicolo multi-ruolo della classe 15 cwt (capacità di carico di 750 kg). La \u003cstrong\u003eMorris Commercial Cars\u003c\/strong\u003e, partendo dalla sua esperienza nel settore civile, propose una variante dei suoi autocarri della Serie C del 1933, che prese il nome di \u003cstrong\u003eMorris CS8\u003c\/strong\u003e. Il nome stesso riflette le sue caratteristiche principali: \"C\" per \u003cem\u003ecommercial\u003c\/em\u003e, \"S\" per il motore a \u003cstrong\u003esei cilindri\u003c\/strong\u003e, e \"8\" indicava la lunghezza del passo in piedi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuesto modello, definito anche \u003cem\u003eplatoon truck\u003c\/em\u003e (autocarro per plotone), ebbe un enorme successo, con oltre \u003cstrong\u003e21.000 unità prodotte\u003c\/strong\u003e in tre versioni (Marks) successive, diventando uno dei veicoli principali del parco mezzi del \u003cstrong\u003eBritish Army\u003c\/strong\u003e. Il CS8 venne adattato a diversi ruoli, inclusi allestimenti come \u003cstrong\u003eposto comando, centro radio, autocisterna per acqua e carburante\u003c\/strong\u003e, compressore e veicolo anticarro (portee da 2 lb). Grazie alla sua versatilità e robustezza, il CS8 divenne il prototipo per la futura famiglia di autocarri Canadian Military Pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNel \u003cstrong\u003e1942\u003c\/strong\u003e, il CS8 fu sostituito da un modello con un motore a quattro cilindri, chiamato \u003cstrong\u003eMorris C4\u003c\/strong\u003e, disponibile in due versioni distinte principalmente per il passo. Durante la \u003cstrong\u003eSeconda Guerra Mondiale\u003c\/strong\u003e, il Morris CS8 e il C4 vennero gradualmente rimpiazzati dai più avanzati \u003cstrong\u003eMorris C8\u003c\/strong\u003e e \u003cstrong\u003eMorris C8 GS\u003c\/strong\u003e, dotati di trazione integrale 4×4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUna versione modificata del CS8, con telaio allungato a 9 piedi, servì come base per la creazione dell'autoblindo \u003cstrong\u003eMorris CS9\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nonostante la produzione limitata a circa \u003cstrong\u003e100 esemplari\u003c\/strong\u003e, fu impiegata dalla \u003cstrong\u003eBritish Expeditionary Force\u003c\/strong\u003e in Francia e nel teatro nord-africano. Tuttavia, le sue prestazioni vennero penalizzate dalla configurazione a \u003cstrong\u003etrazione 4×2\u003c\/strong\u003e e dal peso eccessivo, specialmente in condizioni di combattimento su terreni difficili come quelli desertici.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIl \u003cstrong\u003eMorris CS8\u003c\/strong\u003e è rimasto nella storia come un simbolo della versatilità e della capacità logistica dell'esercito britannico durante uno dei periodi più critici del ventesimo secolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNella confezione Mussini models si trova un modello di CS8 Morris in scala 1\/72 che include i figurini del pilota e di due soldati inglesi seduti nel cassone posteriore. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMorris CS8\u003c\/strong\u003e truck was developed in response to a request from the War Office in 1934 for a multi-role vehicle in the 15 cwt class (with a load capacity of 750 kg). \u003cstrong\u003eMorris Commercial Cars\u003c\/strong\u003e, building on its experience in the civilian sector, proposed a variant of its 1933 Series C trucks, which was named \u003cstrong\u003eMorris CS8\u003c\/strong\u003e. The name itself reflects its key features: \"C\" for \u003cem\u003ecommercial\u003c\/em\u003e, \"S\" for the \u003cstrong\u003esix-cylinder engine\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \"8\" denoted the wheelbase length in feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model, also known as a \u003cem\u003eplatoon truck\u003c\/em\u003e, was a major success, with over \u003cstrong\u003e21,000 units produced\u003c\/strong\u003e in three successive versions (Marks), becoming one of the main vehicles of the \u003cstrong\u003eBritish Army\u003c\/strong\u003e. The CS8 was adapted to a variety of roles, including configurations as a \u003cstrong\u003ecommand post, radio center, water and fuel tanker\u003c\/strong\u003e, compressor, and anti-tank vehicle (2 lb portee). Thanks to its versatility and robustness, the CS8 became the prototype for the future family of Canadian Military Pattern trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003e1942\u003c\/strong\u003e, the CS8 was replaced by a model with a four-cylinder engine, known as the \u003cstrong\u003eMorris C4\u003c\/strong\u003e, available in two versions differing mainly in the wheelbase. During \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Morris CS8 and C4 were gradually replaced by the more advanced \u003cstrong\u003eMorris C8\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMorris C8 GS\u003c\/strong\u003e, both featuring 4×4 all-wheel drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA modified version of the CS8, with an extended 9-foot chassis, served as the basis for the \u003cstrong\u003eMorris CS9\u003c\/strong\u003e armored car. Despite its limited production of around \u003cstrong\u003e100 units\u003c\/strong\u003e, it was used by the \u003cstrong\u003eBritish Expeditionary Force\u003c\/strong\u003e in France and in the North African theater. However, its performance was hindered by the \u003cstrong\u003e4×2 drive configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e and excessive weight, especially under combat conditions in challenging terrains like the desert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMorris CS8\u003c\/strong\u003e remains in history as a symbol of versatility and logistical capability for the British Army during one of the most critical periods of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Mussini Models package, there is a 1\/72 scale model of the Morris CS8, which includes figures of the driver and two British soldiers seated in the rear cargo area.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mussini flats and 3D printed models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49175782162762,"sku":"01 02 0028 0","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/9494\/3910\/files\/EtichettaCS8Morris1-72.png?v=1725707322","url":"https:\/\/mussini.com\/en-fr\/products\/cs8-morris-scala-1-72-1-item","provider":"Mussini flats and 3D printed models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}