1:35 Sd.Kfz.222, military model kit, WWII

This 1:35 scale military model kit recreates the WWII Sd.Kfz.222, a compact German 4WD armored car known for its angular welded armor and open-top turret. At 134 mm long and 57 mm wide, the finished model has a compact display size while still leaving room for sharply defined exterior equipment, turret structure and hull lines. The subject itself brings strong historical character to the bench. The original vehicle used fully independent suspension, optional 4-wheel steering and reached speeds of up to 90 km/h, details that explain the purposeful proportions of the design. Tamiya equips this kit with photo-etched hatch parts for finer mesh detail and a turned aluminum barrel for the 20 mm main gun, giving key focal areas a more scale-accurate finish. New decal markings based on updated historical research support a more specific final presentation, and assembly is stated at 600 minutes. One figure is included, along with Jerry cans and drum cans that can be arranged for scenic display work. The finished Sd.Kfz.222 suits a shelf display, a WWII vehicle lineup or a diorama scene with crew and field equipment. Builders can place the figure in the turret opening and use the extra cans around the vehicle to create a patrol, staging or maintenance setting with more visual context.

 

Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.