Article number: 510002808
Product: 1:48 Sd.Kfz.385 Tankwagen Bat.o.Brit.
Model Dim.: 12,0 cm
"Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary"
DECALS SHEET FOR 4 VERSIONS - COLOR INSTRUCTION SHEET
FIGURES NOT INCLUDED - AIRCRAFTS NOT INCLUDED
The Opel Blitz was the main truck used by German forces during the
Second World War. It was deployed extensively on all fronts in huge
numbers and considered to be the ‘working mule’ of the Wehrmacht. Due to
its sturdy frame, the robust system of rigid axles with leaf springs and
the twin-wheels on the back, the Opel Blitz was able to carry a payload
of over 3 tons. The 3600 cc. engine was easy to maintain and provided
75 hp. Largely due to its great flexibility it was the developmental
platform for several specialist models and versions such as the Kfz. 385
‘Tankwagen’ which was deployed as the principal refilling truck of the
Luftwaffe.. The vehicle was equipped with a rear fuel tank, pumping
system and a simplified cabin with fabric roof. The exhaust system and
silencer was repositioned to allow for the safe refueling of aircraft.
Detailed plastic kit