Das Werk Schwimmwagen Trippel SG 6/38 (1/35) DW35012

Das Werk 1/35 Scale Amphibious Vehicle KitDas Werk Schwimmwagen Trippel SG 6/38 (1/35) Item DW35012Das Werks Schwimmwagen Trippel SG 6/38 is a finely engineered model of the WWII VW-based amphibious reconnaissance vehicle. This kit captures the compact, all-terrain design of the amphibian, combining precise wheel and track components, a functional snorkel intake, and modular amphibious underbody detail. Ideal for front-line or river-crossing dioramas featuring German reconnaissance units. 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit (Das Werk DW35012) Detailed Schwimmwagen body with road-wheel suspension and rudder mechanism Functional rear-mounted propeller, snorkel tube, and front air intake Selectable build: open or closed canvas top with framing options Accurate engine deck louvres, fuel tank, and exhaust system Photo-etched parts for grille screens, tool brackets, and canopy supports Clear parts for headlights, vision panels, and instrument dialsNote: Requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints, and tools are not included.Historical Background:The Trippel SG 6/38 Schwimmwagen was a successor to the amphibious Type 166 Schwimmwagen by Volkswagen. Developed in 1938 by engineer Adolph Osten and improved by Dipl.-Ing. Hanns Trippel, it featured better water propulsion and low silhouette for reconnaissance duties. Though less numerous than the later Type 166, the SG 6/38 saw frontline service early in WWII and influenced subsequent amphibious military vehicle designs.Suggested Paint References:These paint suggestions are visually based on authentic Wehrmacht mid war finishes and may differ from the colours referenced in the instructions. ComponentFinishTamiyaVallejoMr HobbyMr Color Body & WheelsSemi MatteXF-62 Olive Drab70.887 Brown VioletH304 Olive DrabC304 Olive Drab Propeller & Rudder MechanismMetallicXF-56 Metallic Grey70.863 Gunmetal GreyH028 SteelC028 Steel Canvas Top Frame & SnorkelMattXF-69 NATO Black70.862 Black GreyH031 Black FS37038C137 Tyre Black Engine Deck & Intake GrillesSemi MatteXF-20 Medium Grey71.065 Grey GreenH307 FS36231C307 FS36231 Headlights & InstrumentsSemi GlossXF-8 Flat Blue70.899 Prussian BlueH326 Blue FS15042C326 Blue FS15042 Exhaust & Small HardwareMetallicXF-56 Metallic Grey70.863 Gunmetal GreyH028 SteelC028 Steel