Ford C-3 Trimotor Transport

The Ford Trimotor family brought rugged all-metal air transport to airlines and other operators during the interwar years. Its corrugated surfaces, three engines, and fixed landing gear made it distinctive and contributed to a reputation for practical service. American military organizations also acquired variants for transport duties. The C-3 designation identifies a military portion of this wider family, not a Second World War purpose-built tactical transport comparable to the later C-47. Corrugated metal covering and three engines made the commercial transport readily recognizable. American military use adapted a successful civil aircraft for passenger and utility transport rather than high-speed combat. Its career belongs to the development of practical airline and military air transport before later, smoother-skinned twin-engine designs became dominant.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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