WW2 British Army Motor Transport Winged Wheel Trade Patch

The WW2 British Army Motor Transport Winged Wheel Trade Patch was introduced during the Second World War to designate personnel assigned to motor transport duties within the British Army. The patch features an embroidered wheel with a wing, symbolizing mechanized transport and mobility. Typically, the design appears in white or light thread on a dark background, shaped in an oval or rounded rectangle. It was sewn onto the uniform, usually on the lower sleeve, to identify the wearer’s trade specialization. Motor Transport personnel were responsible for maintaining, operating, and managing vehicles critical to logistics and troop movements. The patch reflects the increasing mechanization of British forces during WWII, emphasizing the essential role played by transport services in supporting military operations. Items of this type are of interest to collectors, historians, and those studying British military uniforms or insignia from the period. The patch’s distinct design remains representative of wartime Army vehicle crews and support staff.