WSI Royal Edition Volvo F12 Globetrotter 6x2 Tag Axle
This exceptional 1:50 scale model recreates the legendary Volvo F12 Globetrotter 6x2 tag axle tractor unit in the prestigious Royal Edition specification. Manufactured by WSI Models, this detailed replica captures the iconic design of one of Europe's most celebrated trucks from the 1980s and early 1990s, representing a golden era of long-haul transport when the Volvo F12 dominated European motorways.
About WSI Models
WSI Models is renowned throughout the collector community for producing highly detailed scale replicas of commercial vehicles and heavy haulage equipment. Based in the Netherlands, WSI has built an outstanding reputation for accuracy, quality construction, and authentic liveries that celebrate real operators from across Europe and beyond. Their models are treasured by collectors for their precision engineering and attention to detail.
Key Features
- Authentic 1:50 scale reproduction
- Royal Edition specification with premium detailing
- Volvo F12 Globetrotter cab with detailed interior
- 6x2 tag axle configuration with realistic suspension
- High-quality diecast construction
- Detailed chassis and wheel assemblies
- Steerable front axle
- Realistic paint finish and authentic detailing
- Classic Globetrotter styling with distinctive cab design
About the Volvo F12 Globetrotter Royal Edition
The Volvo F12 Globetrotter, produced from 1977 to 1993, became one of the most iconic trucks in European transport history. With its powerful engine, comfortable Globetrotter cab, and distinctive styling, the F12 set new standards for long-distance haulage. The Royal Edition was a special variant featuring enhanced specifications and premium detailing, representing the pinnacle of Volvo's F12 range. The Globetrotter cab featured a raised roof providing exceptional interior space and comfort for drivers spending days on the road. The 6x2 tag axle configuration offered an excellent balance between payload capacity and fuel efficiency, making it a popular choice for general haulage work across Europe. The F12's reliability, driver comfort, and performance made it a favourite amongst European hauliers, and it remains highly regarded by truck enthusiasts and collectors today as a symbol of the golden age of European trucking.
Item Number: 01-4693
Scale: 1:50
Manufacturer: WSI Models
This model is essential for collectors of classic Volvo trucks, enthusiasts of 1980s European transport, or WSI Models collectors. The Royal Edition specification makes this an exceptional representation of one of the most iconic trucks in European transport history and an impressive centrepiece for any collection focused on classic commercial vehicles.