1/144 AS-1 Soviet WWII airfield starter on GAZ-AA chassis Scale 1:144 Armory Models AR14202

AS-1 Airfield Starter on GAZ-AA Chassis is a 1/144 scale plastic model kit from Armory Models representing a Soviet airfield support vehicle used during World War II. The vehicle combines a ground power starter unit with the widely used GAZ-AA truck chassis.

The GAZ-AA truck was one of the most common utility vehicles in the Soviet Union during the 1930s and 1940s. It served in many logistical roles, including fuel transport, cargo delivery, and specialized airfield service vehicles adapted for aviation support.

AS-1 Airfield Starter - Soviet WWII Ground Support Vehicle

The AS-1 airfield starter unit was designed to provide external power for aircraft engine start procedures. Mounted on the GAZ-AA chassis, it allowed ground crews to assist aircraft operations at forward airfields where permanent infrastructure was limited.

For modelers: Support vehicles such as airfield starters add realism to aviation scenes. This small-scale vehicle can be placed next to Soviet aircraft models to create compact airfield maintenance or pre-flight display compositions.

Kit Contents

• Plastic parts for AS-1 airfield starter vehicle
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: Armory Models
• Scale: 1/144
• Model (SKU): AR14202
• Type: Vehicle Model Kit
• Subject: AS-1 Airfield Starter on GAZ-AA Chassis
• Vehicle type: Airfield support truck
• Subject country: Soviet Union
• Period: World War II
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.

This plastic model kit by Armory Models represents an aviation ground support vehicle suitable for small scale airfield displays.