Renault 4 F4 Van 1/24 scale model - Heller 82700

The Heller Renault 4 F4 Van (reference 82700) is a 1/24 scale plastic model kit dedicated to one of the most recognizable French utility vehicles of the 20th century. This kit reproduces the F4 version of the Renault 4, also known as the R4 or "Quatrelle," in its van configuration with a widened and raised body.

Measuring 152 mm long and 62 mm wide when assembled, this model car fits perfectly into a collection dedicated to French civilian vehicles, vintage commercial vehicles, or the history of Renault. Its 1/24 scale also allows it to be integrated into a roadside, industrial, administrative, or garage setting inspired by the 1960s to 1990s.

The Renault 4 was produced from 1961 to 1992. It made its mark on its era with its simple, versatile, and practical design, as well as its one-piece rear tailgate hinged at the top. Quickly developed into a commercial version, it gave rise to the Renault 4 F4 Van, offered from 1965 until the end of R4 production in 1992.

The F4 differs from the sedan in its rear cargo area, specifically designed for transport. Its taller and wider body offered a cargo space of 1,885 m³ . With a payload of 300 kg , this small van was widely used by tradespeople, businesses, government agencies, and Renault garages. This professional purpose, combined with the very familiar silhouette of the R4, makes it a particularly interesting subject for enthusiasts of model vehicles and civilian dioramas.

The Heller model kit captures the utilitarian character of this Renault 4 F4 in the format of a standard plastic kit for a civilian vehicle. It's suitable for a model project focused on a typical French production vehicle, a service van, or a scene from everyday life. The Renault 4 Van, in particular, can evoke the journeys of a tradesperson, the routes of a company, or the activity of an auto repair shop.

At 1/24 scale, this model can be combined with other civilian vehicles of the same scale, suitable figures, and scenery elements such as a workshop, a gas station, a village street, or a delivery area. Assembling a plastic model requires careful handling of the various parts and following the provided instructions to achieve a clean and coherent assembly.

Technical specifications:

• Brand: Heller
• Reference: 82700
• Subject: Renault 4 F4 Van
• Type: Plastic model of a civilian vehicle
• Scale: 1/24
• Model length: 152 mm
• Model width: 62 mm
• Number of pieces: 148
• Actual vehicle: Renault 4 F4 utility vehicle produced from 1965 to 1992