Gnome et Rhône were a French aircraft engine manufacturer founded in 1915. They produced engined up until the end of WWII. They also produced motorcycles including the 800cc AX2. The AX2 was produced in 1940 for the French army but following the fall of France, the Germans took over the factor and the AX2 was produced for the Wehrmacht up until 1944. A total of 2,700 AX2 were manufactured. Kit is white metal and includes 2 crew, FM29 Light Machine gun and carbine.