Das Werk 35024 8.8cm Flak auf 9t VOMAG 1:35 Model Kit

Das Werk 1/35 Scale Vehicle & Anti-Aircraft Gun KitDas Werk 8.8 cm Flak auf 9 t VOMAG (1/35) Item DW35024Das Werks 1/35 scale 8.8 cm Flak on a 9 t VOMAG truck brings together heavy firepower and transportation in one robust military model. The kit accurately depicts the late-war German setup: an anti-aircraft gun mounted on a truck chassis, showcasing a detailed gun emplacement and workings alongside the transport platform. 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit (Das Werk DW35024) Authentic 8.8 cm Flak gun with realistic barrel, breech, and elevation/traverse gears 9 t VOMAG truck chassis featuring dual rear axles, suspension detail, and cab interior Deployable stabilizing outriggers for firing mode Photo-etched parts for gun sights, railings, grilles, and wheel hubs Clear components for sight optics, vision blocks, and headlightsNote: Requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints, and tools are not included.Historical Background:The 8.8 cm Flak mounted on heavy VOMAG trucks served late-war Luftwaffe and Flak units, combining mobility with formidable air-defence capability. The guns famed high-velocity performance was preserved while mounted on a transportable chassis, providing tactical flexibility during retreats and relocations.Suggested Paint References:These paint suggestions are visually based on authentic Wehrmacht field camo schemes and may differ from the colours referenced in the instructions. ComponentFinishTamiyaVallejoMr HobbyMr Color Truck Cab & ChassisSemi MatteXF-63 German Grey70.995 German GreyH032 Dark GreyC032 Dark Grey Gun Carriage & BarrelMetallicXF-56 Metallic Grey70.863 Gunmetal GreyH028 SteelC028 Steel Outriggers & Wheel HubsMattXF-69 NATO Black70.862 Black GreyH031 Black FS37038C137 Tyre Black Truck Wheels & TiresMattXF-62 Olive Drab70.887 Brown VioletH304 Olive DrabC304 Olive Drab Gun Optics & BracketsSemi MatteXF-20 Medium Grey71.065 Grey GreenH307 FS36231C307 FS36231 Vision Blocks / LightsSemi GlossXF-8 Flat Blue70.899 Prussian BlueH326 Blue FS15042C326 Blue FS15042

Detailed kit of the 9t VOMAG with 8.8 cm construction. Unlike often suspected, this was not a makeshift vehicle, but a specially designed self-propelled gun, of which there were a good 20 copies. Both the vehicle and the 8.8 cm anti-aircraft device have been completely redeveloped as a new shape. The model can be built in fire position (with extended supports) or in driving position The kit impresses with a complete interior design including detailed motor and optional removable motor cover. Checker plate pattern base plates provide realism. Included are photo-etched parts for the finest structures, transparent parts and storage boxes for accessories, which can be displayed open or closed High quality decals allow the construction of four historic vehicles (Budapest 1945, Paris 1942, Essen 1943, Bremen 1942). Not a toy. Not suitable for people under the age of 14. (Paint and glue are not included)