Tamiya 32501 - 1/48 MMV Pkw. K1 German Kubelwagen Type 82  [32501]

• Tamiya now presents 1st product in 1/48 Military Miniature automobile Series: The Kubelwagen Type 82. This popular car wasn't just employed by the Wehrmacht and also by the Luftwaffe. This car is ideal for people who desire to create realistic dioramas. Set includes 2 figures. Front part doors come as split parts and certainly will be attached in opened or closed position.
• About the German Kubelwagen Type 82
  In February 1936, Dr. Ferdinand Porsche delivered his initial model associated with the "People's Car", which was to be the beds base for the Volkswagen "Beetle". But with all the outbreak of WWII, all make associated with the Volkswagen was in fact straight away considered military manufacturing. In January 1938, German Defense Forces exhibited specifications for a military version of this practical automobile. In November of the same year, a prototype have been completed and yes it had been formally designated Pkw. K1 "Kubelwagen" Type 82. The automobile utilized a light but sturdy monocoque construction with foldable canvas top. Along with its dependable engine and heavy weight suspension, the Kubelwagen straight away had become utilized by every unit, from scorching wilderness of Africa towards frozen Russian Eastern Front Side. About 51,000 Kubelwagens, including a few variants, had been rolled right out of the factory by the final of WWII.
  

Specs and qualities:

• General size: 79mm
• General width: 33.5mm
• Ideal for many who wish to create practical dioramas along with their 1/48 scale planes.
• The variety of the Kubelwagen happens to be accurately replicated.
• Every characteristic of a late manufacturing Kubelwagen such as for instance fast straight back fenders ended up being reproduced.
• Includes decals for 4 different markings including 3 automobiles from Luftwaffe.
• The inside is replicated down to the greatest information.
• front side part doors come as separate components and that are connected in exposed or shut spot.
• Set includes 2 numbers in standing destination, one keeping a map even though the other providing directions prior to trip.