Tamiya 35394 1:35 German RSO/01 Military Model Plastic Crawler Tug

German RSO/01 Tractor in 1/35 Scale Recreate the German RSO/01 tracked tractor with this newly moulded Tamiya 1/35 Military Miniature Series kit. Developed during WWII to cope with difficult conditions including deep snow, the RSO served as both an artillery tractor and a goods transport vehicle. This model captures the post-spring 1943 version and its distinctive rounded pressed-steel cabin. The completed model measures 126mm long and 64mm wide. Detailed exterior surfaces, mechanical components and alternative assembly choices make it a versatile subject for Eastern Front, France 1944 and general WWII transport or artillery scenes. Detailed Construction The RSO/01's engine, drive shaft and differential gears are faithfully represented, adding substantial mechanical interest to the project. Its assembly-type tracks include convenient one-piece straight sections, while the wide snow tracks are rendered along the track sides to reflect the vehicle's ability to travel over snow and poor roads. Authentic texture is carried across the cargo area, with wood patterns depicted on the bed and fabric patterns reproduced on the canvas cover. The cabin front cover can be assembled either with or without shutters, providing another visible choice for the completed model. Assembly and Display Options Completely new Tamiya mouldings Post-spring 1943 RSO/01 configuration Realistically depicted rounded cabin Choice of cargo bed with or without canvas cover Detailed engine, drive shaft and differential gears Assembly-type tracks with one-piece straight sections Rendered side-mounted snow tracks Cabin front cover with optional shutters One driver figure included Window masking stickers included Two 1944 decal options The optional canvas cover changes the appearance of the cargo bed, while building it without the cover reveals the canvas frame. Masking stickers are provided to assist when painting the transparent window parts, and the included driver figure adds scale and context to the finished tractor. Marking Choices Two decal options are included: a vehicle from the 1st Skijager Division on the Eastern Front in 1944 and a vehicle from an unknown unit in France during 1944. These choices support two distinct WWII settings for the completed model. This Tamiya kit fits naturally alongside other 1/35 vehicles. Its detailed mechanisms, textured cargo bed, snow equipment and configuration choices make the RSO/01 particularly effective in artillery support and wartime transport displays.

Detailed 1:35 scale model kit TAMIYA high-quality building kit must be assembled by itself. Freestanding assembly is accompanied by a step by step or illustrated assembly instructions. Assembly instructions are included. According to the installation instructions, the pieces must be joined to size. A painting of the pieces can be done according to your own ideas. Tools, glue and paints are not included in the box contents of the plastic kit. These should be purchased optionally.