Tamiya 35213 - 1/35 Kubelwagen Type 82 WWII 田宮軍事模型軍事製品 雙星孖星  [35213]

Towards German Kubelwagen Type 82

After starting the construction of this "Autobahn" motorway in 1933, growth of a "people&39;s car - Volkswagen" ended up being announced at the following year&39;s Berlin engine show. The "People&39;s Car" task was straight away completed plus in February 1936, Dr. Ferdinand Porsche presented his first model, that has been the foot of the fabulous Volkswagen "Beetle". However, combined with the outbreak of the World War 2, all production associated with the Volkswagen was immediately considered military production. It absolutely was in January 1938, when the German Defense Forces provided requirements for a military form of this practical automobile. In November of the same 12 months, a prototype model had been finished also it ended up being formally designated the Pkw. K1 "Kubelwagen" Type 82. The car used a light but sturdy, monocoque construction with foldable canvas top. The trunk mounted, air-cooled 4 cylinder engine had a displacement of 985cc and output of 23.5hp at 3,000rpm, propelling the automobile up to 80km/h. The four wheels were supported by a torsion club suspension system. The Kubelwagen was initially deployed to your Reconnaissance battalions. Featuring its reliable motor and durable suspension system, the Kubelwagen straight away came to be employed by every product, from the scorching wilderness of Africa towards the frozen Russian Eastern Front. About 51,000 Kubelwagens, including several variations, were rolled out from the factory by the conclusion of WW2.

Specs & Features

• Detailed construction and artwork instructions included.
• Definitely detailed 1/35th scale plastic kit for fixed display.
• Over 70 components in tan plastic: solid synthetic wheels with split inside hubs.
• Winshield is made of a die cut butyrate sheet.
• Detailed suspension and framework base - includes exhaust system.
• Detail by detail inside: tool cluster, steering wheel, seats, motorist.
• Outside details include headlights, windshield, and optional position passenger doors.