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

Based on the Schwimmwagen

Developed 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. Great at both 2 and 4 wheel drive, the Schwimmwagen ended up being commonly respected the capability to maneuver on a variety of hard area. Featuringa high-set exhaust pipeline and a rear mounted 25hp air-cooled 4-cylinder 1,130cc motor, the Schwimmwagen could achieve top speeds because high as 80km/h on land and 10km/h in water. Propelled inside water by a screw propeller, that is effortlessly raised in straight back motor deck whenever driven on dry land, steering whilst in towards the water happen done like on land, using the front tires as rudders. Mass-produced from 1942, 14,276 sort 166 Schwimmwagen was at reality generated by the last of 1944.

Specs & Features

• 1/48 scale reproduction connected with Schwimmwagen Type 166 featuring 1/35 army Miniature show information. General size: 82mm, General width: 29mm
• Top-notch inside detailing including dashboard, seats and clear elements for display.
• Screw propeller might be put together towards up or down spot.
• Set includes decals just for two different markings.