Das Werk USCDW16005 1/16 Sd.Kfz.251/1 Ausf.D Armored Personnel Carrier Model Plastic

Das Werk 1/16 Scale Military Vehicle KitDas Werk Sd.Kfz. 251/1 Ausf. D Half Track (1/16) Item DW16005Das Werks 1/16 scale Sd.Kfz. 251/1 Ausf. D brings legendary German half track engineering to grand scale. The early Ausf. D versionin production 1942 43introduced a simplified, welded hull and rear stowage compartment. True to form, this large-scale model features detailed interior side benches, driver's station, gear components, fold-down armored doors, and robust suspension with torsion-bar road wheels and track assemblies. 1/16 scale injection-moulded plastic kit (Das Werk DW16005) Accurately dimensioned welded Ausf. D hull with sloped front panel Detailed interior: drivers compartment, dashboard, seating benches and access hatches High-fidelity torsion-bar suspension, sprockets, return rollers and tracks Photo-etched parts for periscope lenses, headlight guards, hinges, and tool clamps Clear component parts for vision blocks and marker lights Rear storage area with folding side doors and stowage deckNote: This kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints, and tools are not included.Historical Background:The Sd.Kfz. 251/1 Ausf. D was a widely-used German half-track during WWII, valued for its versatility in transporting infantry and equipment closer to frontline positions. Built from late 1942 onward, the Ausf. D featured weight-saving hull simplifications and improved stowage capacity. The early welded hull variant represented a turning point in streamlining production under wartime pressures.Suggested Paint References:These paint suggestions are visually based on authentic Wehrmacht mid war camouflage finishes and may differ from the colours referenced in the instructions. ComponentFinishTamiyaVallejoMr HobbyMr Color Hull & Upper PlatesSemi MatteXF-63 German Grey70.995 German GreyH032 Dark GreyC032 Dark Grey Interior Benches & DashboardSemi MatteXF-20 Medium Grey71.065 Grey GreenH307FS36231C307FS36231 Tracks & SuspensionMattXF-69 NATO Black70.862 Black GreyH031 Black FS37038C137 Tyre Black Front Wheels & Steering ArmsMattXF-69 NATO Black70.862 Black GreyH031 Black FS37038C137 Tyre Black Periscopes, Vision Blocks & LightsSemi GlossXF-8 Flat Blue70.899 Prussian BlueH326 Blue FS15042C326 FS15042 Photo-etched Grilles, Tool Clamps, Hinge HardwareSemi MatteXF-20 Medium Grey71.065 Grey GreenH307 FS36231C307 FS36231

This plastic model requires assembly and painting. Adhesives, tools, paints, etc., sold separately 1/16 scale unpainted plastic assembly kit The belt is articulated and movable Engine reproduction, hood, side box lid and rear door can be opened and closed Comes with 4 types of etched parts and marking variations