MiniArt Plastic Model Kit

Kfz.2 German Radio Car Type 170VK

This 1/35 scale kit from MiniArt represents the Kfz.2 radio car based on the Mercedes-Benz 170VK chassis, a vehicle widely used by German forces for communication and command duties during the early stages of WWII. Its compact size and specialised equipment made it an essential support vehicle for coordinating troop movements and relaying battlefield information.

The model features a highly detailed interior complete with radio equipment and control panels, allowing for an accurate and immersive build. With finely moulded parts, photo-etched components and multiple marking options, the kit offers a realistic representation of this important utility vehicle, making it well suited for dioramas and command scene displays.

• 1/35 scale plastic model kit of Kfz.2 radio car
• Based on Mercedes-Benz 170VK chassis
• Detailed interior with radio equipment and controls
• Includes photo-etched parts for added realism
• Multiple decal options with 4 marking schemes
• Ideal for early WWII command and support scenes
• Accurate bodywork and structural details

History:

The Kfz.2 radio car was developed to provide mobile communication support for German military units during WWII. Built on the reliable Mercedes-Benz 170VK chassis, it combined compact dimensions with specialised radio equipment, enabling commanders to maintain communication across rapidly changing battlefields. These vehicles were especially important during the early war years, when coordination and mobility were key to operational success.

As warfare evolved, the need for reliable communication became increasingly vital, and vehicles like the Kfz.2 played a crucial role in supporting command structures. Though relatively small, they formed an essential part of the logistical and communication network that underpinned German military operations during the conflict.