1:35 Kfz.II VW Typ 166

Injection-molded plastic kit of the German amphibious car Kfz.II VW Typ 166 Schwimmwagen in 1:35 scale from Italeri.

Scale1:35
Manufacturer Italeri
Product EAN8591111473132

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10.36 €
8.56 € without VAT
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Kfz.II VW Typ 166 Schwimmwagen 1:35 (Italeri)

An injection-molded plastic kit of the German amphibious car Volkswagen Typ 166 Schwimmwagen in 1:35 scale from Italeri. The model captures the small floating off-road car with its swing-down propeller; as the manufacturer states, the box usually comes with figures and decals for several marking options.

The real subject

The Schwimmwagen Typ 166 was developed by Ferdinand Porsche's design office as the amphibious counterpart of the Kübelwagen. The car had a watertight tub-shaped body, an air-cooled engine at the rear and, unlike the Kübelwagen, drive to both axles for cross-country going. On water it was driven by a propeller that swung down onto the stern. It was used mainly for reconnaissance and liaison where watercourses often had to be crossed.

Building and painting tips

This is a military vehicle, so first finish and paint the chassis, the engine and the suspension, and only then close up the tub-shaped body and the interior. Use liquid cement for plastic and lay a primer before painting. Apply the base shade with an airbrush; fidelity comes from emphasizing the detail with a wash and from fine dust, mud and water deposits added with pigments on the underside and around the edge of the tub.

Who the model is for

  • Collectors of German military equipment of the Second World War in 1:35 scale
  • Modelers with a taste for unusual amphibious vehicles
  • Builders of dioramas with a water or shoreline motif
  • Anyone looking for a rewarding smaller subject with accessories readily available

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

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It was a German amphibious light car of the Second World War, the Volkswagen Typ 166. It was derived from the Kübelwagen, had a watertight tub-shaped body and on water was driven by a propeller that swung down.

The Schwimmwagen had a watertight floating body, a propeller and, in addition, drive to both axles. It was shorter and intended above all for crossing water obstacles.

Yes, an amphibious car is a rewarding subject for a shoreline or water scene. Suggesting wet deposits and algae with pigments and gloss gels on the underside of the tub is recommended.

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