Product Overview:

The Trumpeter 09596 kit offers a finely detailed 1/35 scale plastic model of the German Army’s L4500A armoured gun truck equipped with a 2 cm FlaK 38 anti-aircraft gun. This kit features over 420 parts, including photo-etched components and rubber tyres, accurately representing the vehicle’s design. With precise engineering and comprehensive instructions, this model provides an authentic representation of this World War II-era mobile anti-aircraft platform.

Features:

• 1/35 scale plastic model kit of the German Army L4500A armoured gun truck with 2 cm FlaK 38
• Over 420 parts across multiple sprues, including detailed engine and drivetrain components
• Photo-etched parts for enhanced detail
• Hollow rubber tyres with realistic tread patterns
• Model dimensions: Length 229.2 mm, Width 67.1 mm
• Comprehensive instructions for assembly and painting

Note:

This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.

History:

The Mercedes-Benz L4500A was a 4.5-ton 4×4 truck used by the German Army during World War II, valued for its reliability and versatility. To bolster mobile air defence capabilities, some units were converted into armoured gun trucks by mounting anti-aircraft weapons, such as the 2 cm FlaK 38, onto the flatbed. These modifications provided frontline troops with a means to counter low-flying aircraft and offer limited ground support. The armoured cab and gun shield offered protection for the crew against small arms fire and shrapnel. These vehicles were deployed on various fronts, including the Eastern Front and North Africa, where mobility and rapid response to air threats were crucial. The L4500A with 2 cm FlaK 38 exemplifies the German military’s adaptability in utilising available resources to meet the evolving demands of warfare.