overview

This resin set from ArmorScale denotes 2 gallon cans from civilian producers, and some of these I’m fairly sure would have found their way onto military vehicles. The contents come packaged in a re-sealable zip plastic bag and consists of 6 x 2 Gallon P.O.W. cans, referred to as tanks. You get 6 cans and a small fret of photo-etched parts to form the handles with. Also included in the bag is a small set of instructions and a piece of green and yellow backing card. Cast in a light grey resin, all the items were free from any air bubbles or defects.

The set is equally divided, with two cans from each of the three producers. You get two cans from Texaco, two from Esso and two from Shell, with each marked with the manufacturers details.

The Texaco cans have the 5 pointed star in a circle with the large T inside it and the words TEXACO across the top on the front and rear of the can. On the sides are the words TEXACO.

The Esso cans have the Esso logo on the front and rear within the circle and the words Esso written on the sides.

The SHELL cans have the word Shell Motor Spirit written on the front and rear and the word SHELL on the sides.

conclusion

I think these will add a very nice touch to your vehicle or dio setting, giving that little extra that modellers are often looking for.

What initially drew me to these was the cost, the set is £2.50 so if you only need a few cans these provide quite an inexpensive, in resin terms, option. I have to say I’m impressed both by the detail and the presentation.
You will need a sharp razor saw to remove the pour plugs from the bottom of the cans and care should be taken when working with resin to avoid inhaling the dust