Gecko Models 1:35 60s-70s Vietnam Saigon Shuttle Tricar w/Driver & Passengers Plastic Model Kit

During the Vietnam War and into the decades that followed, motor tricars—locally referred to as xe lam or cyclo-motors —were a common mode of urban transport in cities like Saigon. These three wheeled vehicles, often homemade or heavily modified, served as taxis, delivery vehicles, and everyday commuter transport for locals navigating the busy streets of South Vietnam.

Lightweight and versatile, the motor tricar became a symbol of resilience and ingenuity. They were inexpensive to run, could manoeuvre through narrow alleyways, and provided livelihoods for thousands of drivers. Often built from recycled motorcycle parts and featuring canopy roofs, these trikes could carry multiple passengers and modest cargo loads. In the chaotic backdrop of war, they represented a sliver of civilian life continuing amidst conflict.

Features:

• Scale: 1:35
• Plastic model kit [unassembled and unpainted]
• Suitable for modellers aged 14+
• Includes motor tricar with canopy, driver and passangers
• Detailed civilian clothing accessories, seated poses
• Perfect for Vietnam era street scenes and market settings
• Image shows painted and assembled kit

Required to Complete:

• Assembly
• Cement (glue)
• Hobby knife
• Sprue cutters
• Tweezers
• Paint brushes (various sizes)
• Paint
• Sanding sticks

This kit is a detailed scale model for hobbyists. Glue, paint and tools are sold separately. Contains small parts. Actual product may vary slightly from the pictures shown.