Handling broken-down armour in diverse conditions was a key wartime challenge. The 18 Ton Heavy Half-Track "FAMO" allied to the Sd.Ah.116 trailer served as a purpose-built recovery and tank transporter. The unit used the Maybach HL 108 12-cylinder engine with circa 270hp to tow and load vehicles such as the Pz.Kpfw.III and Pz.Kpfw.IV.
Tamiya's 35246 kit recreates the FAMO and its trailer with strong attention to scale detail, offering a sizable project for modellers. With an overall length over 640mm the finished model makes for an impressive display. The kit includes realistic rubber tires, metal detail parts and eight figures to depict a dynamic loading sequence.
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