Tamiya 35393 Schwimmwagen Type 166 Wide-Wheel 1/35 Scale Kit  [35393]

Schwimmwagen Type 166 wide-wheel 1/35 scale build

A 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit that recreates the German Schwimmwagen Type 166 with wide wheels, offered within Tamiya's military series for static modelling and accurate external detail.

The Schwimmwagen Type 166 was an amphibious light vehicle based on the Kubelwagen chassis and saw use with German forces during the Second World War. Its hull-like body and water propulsion capability enabled reconnaissance and light transport across land and water, pairing compact dimensions with a rear engine installation and a folding soft top for tactical versatility.

This kit focuses on external form and the variant wide-wheel setup. Construction involves fitting multiple hull, body panel and suspension parts, with fit around the wider wheel openings important to reproduce the correct profile. Painting techniques and realistic weathering will enhance the amphibious hull texture and period appearance for display.

A detailed external model of the Schwimmwagen Type 166 in wide-wheel configuration, aimed at modellers who prioritise accurate scale appearance and display quality.