TAMIYA 1/35 Scale Schwimmwagen T166 WW Model Kit

Tamiya 1/35 Scale Schwimmwagen T166 WW Model Kit Item 35224 1/35 German Schwimmwagen Type 166 (featuring narrow tyres) has been a strong-selling kit since 1998. Now, we are delighted to welcome the release of a Schwimmwagen kit with wide tyres, additional equipment such as an MG34 machine gun and two new figures. Criss-crossed by rivers and dotted with wetlands, European geography poses significant military challenges and led the German Wehrmacht to develop the Schwimmwagen, an amphibious vehicle based upon the Ferdinand Porsche-designed Kübelwagen. With a 4-cylinder gasoline engine capable of 25hp, the Schwimmwagen featured the 80km/h top speed on land. The rear three-bladed screw propeller was lowered manually using a rod and provided water speed up to 10km/ h. While paucity of materials meant many Schwimmwagens used 133mm tyres, those with wider 200mm tyres enjoyed superior off-road performance.   FEATURES: The form of the Schwimmwagen Type 66 with wide tyres is faithfully captured in style based on extensive research of the actual vehicle Features realistic depictions of suspension and 4-cylinder petrol engine Newly moulded C parts realistically recreate the following features: 200mm wide tyres (tyres are split into pieces to recreate tyre patterns), wheels, MG34 machine gun, Panzerfaust 30 (anti-tank weapon) and Kar.98k rifle fixed to crossbar, windshield with or without cover, and other equipment Position canteens and helmet as you wish Two new figures (one driver and one officer) are included Decals depict four German Army and two German Air Force number plates, and badges of cap, sleeve and collar   SPECIFICATIONS: Length: 113mm Width: 42mm   Paints and glue are required to complete this model kit. Not included. Available separately. OPTIONAL EXTRAS:   Deluxe Materials Plastic Magic Cement 40ml (AD83): Plastic Magic Cement is a thin, liquid plastic cement with a 10-15 sec adjustment time & non-clog action. It is non-toxic, non-flammable, has minimal odour and almost zero emissions when compared to competitors.