Citroën 2CV AZU-B 250 Van 1/24 scale model - Heller 82701

The Heller 82701 Citroën 2CV AZU-B 250 Van is a 1/24 scale plastic model kit dedicated to one of the most iconic silhouettes of the French utility vehicle. Comprising 111 parts , this kit allows you to reproduce a van derived from the Citroën 2CV, characterized by its cab directly taken from the sedan and its large rear cargo compartment. Two decal options are included to personalize the finished model.

The range of Citroën vans based on the 2CV has held a lasting place on the French and European road landscape. Launched in the early 1950s, this family of utility vehicles notably included the AU, AZU, AK and AKS versions, before the arrival of the Acadiane in 1978. These vehicles were designed to meet the needs of tradespeople, shopkeepers, government offices and local services, combining a compact size with an enclosed cargo space.

Like the 2CV from which it was derived, the Citroën van used the characteristic technical architecture of that model: front-wheel drive and an air-cooled, four-stroke, two-cylinder boxer engine. Its bodywork, however, differed significantly from the B-pillar onwards. The rear section featured a cubic cargo area, accessible via two hinged doors. Citroën designated this utility vehicle as the " Fourgonnette" (van).

At 1/24 scale, this Heller model kit is a particularly interesting subject for enthusiasts of French automobiles, 20th-century civilian vehicles, and urban or artisanal dioramas. The 2CV van fits naturally into a street scene, garage, workshop, shop, or service representation. Its simple, functional, and instantly recognizable design also makes it a popular base for a personalized diorama project.

The kit reproduces a Citroën 2CV AZU-B 250 Van . The assembly process covers the usual stages of model car building: preparing the parts, assembling the body and mechanical components, fitting the wheels, detailing the exterior, and applying the chosen livery. Particular attention to the body lines, windows, front end elements, and the detailing of the cargo area enhances the authentic character of this small van.

This kit is aimed at modelers wishing to build a French utility vehicle at a scale that will make a strong impression on display. It can be built as a collector's item or integrated into a 1/24 scale diorama. The inclusion of two decal options allows you to choose the final appearance of the vehicle to suit the desired atmosphere for your model or diorama.

Technical specifications:

• Brand: Heller
• Reference: 82701
• Subject: Citroën 2CV AZU-B 250 Van
• Type: civilian car model
• Scale: 1/24
• Dimensions: 142x62mm
• Number of pieces: 111
• Decorations: 2 decorations available
• Theme: 20th-century French utility vehicle