Trumpeter 09513 German 5cm FLAK 41 auf Selbstfahrlafette (Sd.Kfz.7/2) 1/35 – plastic scale model kit

Trumpeter 09513 German 5cm FLAK 41 auf Selbstfahrlafette (Sd.Kfz.7/2) in 1/35 scale is an exceptional, richly detailed plastic model kit designed for advanced military modellers passionate about vehicles from the World War II era. The kit does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately.

• Scale: 1/35 – ensures an excellent level of detail and allows for the presentation of even the smallest features.
• Country of use: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (years 1941–1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic, with photo-etched parts and brass wire elements; the set also includes rubber tires with precisely reproduced tread.
• Number of parts: over 850(!) – the model consists of as many as 19 sprues and tires, offering individual track links, numerous details, and optional finishing elements.
• Extras included: 4 photo-etched sheets, brass wire elements, individual tracks, detailed parts for assembling the 5cm FlaK 41 gun, as well as the cabin and chassis of the Sd.Kfz.7/2.
• Category: plastic model kit – military vehicles

Historical overview: The German Sd.Kfz.7/2 half-track with an installed 5cm FlaK 41 anti-aircraft gun was primarily used to protect important industrial facilities and to escort military convoys against air attacks. The development of this weapon began as early as 1936, but it was only introduced in 1941 by Rheinmetall-Borsig. Despite its innovative intention—to fill the gap between light and heavy anti-aircraft artillery—the gun struggled with numerous problems, such as a slow traverse and complex operation. Only 60 units of this version were produced, and some of them were used right up to the end of the war in 1945.

Why choose this model? This Trumpeter kit is an excellent choice for experienced modellers seeking a high level of realism and a rare vehicle for their collection. Numerous details, individual track links, photo-etched parts, and a realistically reproduced gun and undercarriage components make this set a highlight of any diorama or display. The model is recommended for advanced users—difficulty level: 5/5—due to the large number of parts and the complex assembly.