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Tamiya 1/35 Sd.Kfz.222 "North Africa" Armoured Car Kit

This Tamiya kit recreates the iconic German SD.Kfz.222 light armoured car as used by the Afrika Korps. At 1/35 scale, this assembly model captures fine welded-hull details, open turret with mesh screens, and includes figures, markings and accessories to produce a historically accurate display piece.

Key Features

• Scale: 1/35; built length approx. 134 mm     
• Armed with a 20 mm cannon and a 7.92 mm machine gun in open turret with photo-etched mesh shield covers     
• Metal barrel for enhanced realism     
• Includes three figures: commander, radio operator (in turret) and a DKW motorcycle rider with options in pose/expression     
• DKW NZ350 motorcycle included; plus tool box, headlight, hull-mounted details for added realism    
• Three marking options to represent different Afrika Korps units and camo schemes     

Specifications

• Length (built): approx. 134 mm     
• Construction Type: Plastic model kit, assembly required; paint and cement not included     
• Parts: Precise plastic injection moulded sprues, plus photo-etched parts and metal barrel     

Use & Build Tips

• Dry-fit turret mesh before gluing to avoid misalignment
• Use desert yellow / dark yellow paints (Tamiya TS-3 / XF-60 etc.) for base colour followed by weathering for realism     
• Sand off flash from weld seams to preserve sharp tank panel lines
• Display with the included motorcycle figure for dynamic diorama setups

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