Das Werk 1/35 Scale Military Vehicle Kit

Das Werk FMG 39/FuSE 62 Wrzburg Radar (1/35) Item DW35014

Das Werks FMG 39/FuSE 62 Wrzburg Radar kit offers a meticulously detailed model of Germanys late war fire-control radar system. Mounted on a robust wheeled trailer with crew shelter, this kit recreates the essential tracking device used by Luftwaffe and Flak units. It includes accurate parabolic antenna, cable reels, operator consoles, and optional open or closed shelter doorsperfect for command post or anti-aircraft diorama layouts.

• 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit (Das Werk DW35014)
• Large parabolic radar dish with fine grid moulding
• Detailed electronics console and radar operator’s station
• Wheeled trailer with realistic suspension and cable reel accessory
• Selectable build: canopy doors open or closed
• Photo-etched details for vents, handles, grills, and antenna mountings
• Decals for late-WWII Luftwaffe radar units and identification plates

Note: Requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints, and tools are not included.

Historical Background:

Introduced in 1942 and later updated as the FuSE 62 variant, the Wrzburg radar served as Germanys principal ground based tracking device, guiding anti aircraft batteries and night fighter interceptions. Its parabolic dish typically 3.5 m in diameter provided precision targeting at ranges up to 25 km. Mounted on trailers, the system could be rapidly deployed across Europes frontlines and controlled via a mobile operator station, significantly enhancing German air defences during late war engagements.

Suggested Paint References:

These paint suggestions are visually based on authentic late war German radar unit finish schemes and may differ from the colours referenced in the instructions.