Tamiya 32506 - 1/48 MMV Pkw.K2s Schwimmwagen Type 166  [32506]

Towards Schwimmwagen

Created by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, the amphibious Schwimmwagen had been used by the German land forces, paratroopers and engineering corps during WWII, satisfying both reconnaissance and liaison duties. With the capacity of both 2 and 4 wheel drive, the Schwimmwagen was widely respected because of its ability to maneuver on an assortment of hard surface. Featuringa high-set exhaust pipe and a rear mounted 25hp air-cooled 4-cylinder 1,130cc motor, the Schwimmwagen could reach top rates of up to 80km/h on land and 10km/h in water. Propelled within the water by a screw propeller, that has been effortlessly raised over the backside engine deck when driven on dry land, steering whilst in the water was done similar to on land, utilising the front wheels as rudders. Mass-produced from 1942, 14,276 type 166 Schwimmwagen had been created by the conclusion of 1944.

Specs & Features

• 1/48 scale replica of this Schwimmwagen Type 166 featuring 1/35 army Miniature series detail. General size: 82mm, General width: 29mm
• Top-notch inside detailing including dashboard, seats and transparent parts for screen.
• Screw propeller may be put together inside up or down place.
• Set includes decals for 2 various markings.