1/35 German Schwimmwagen Type 166 (Wide Wheel Version)

Item 35224 1/35 German Schwimmwagen Type 166 (featuring narrow tires) has been a strong-selling kit since 1998.

Now, we are delighted to welcome the release of a Schwimmwagen kit with wide tires, additional equipment such as MG34 machine gun and new two 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 ground. 

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 tires, those with wider 200mm tires enjoyed superior off-road performance.

About the Model
• This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 113mm, width: 42mm.
• The form of the Schwimmwagen Type 66 with wide tires is faithfully captured in style based on extensive research of the actual vehicle.
• Features realistic depictions of suspension and 4-cylinder gasoline engine.
• Newly molded C parts realistically recreate the following features: 200mm wide tires (Tires are split into pieces to recreate tire 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. *Make diorama with other German tank kits.
• Decals depict four German Army and two German Air Force number plates, and badges of cap, sleeve and collar.