1/35 KS600 & Sidecar

The Tamiya 1/35 KS600 & Sidecar (HC-35384) joins the renowned 1/35 Military Miniature Series, depicting one of the German Army’s best-known motorcycles of WWII. Used extensively for messenger and reconnaissance missions, the KS600 combined power and reliability with a sidecar option that expanded its operational roles.

Historical Background

Introduced in 1938, the KS600 saw service from the early stages of WWII through to the end of the conflict. It became a familiar sight on European fronts thanks to its robust engineering and practical layout.

Subject Vehicle Highlights

• 600cc-class motorcycle widely recognised for wartime use
• Lightweight, rigid pressed steel frame for strength and durability
• Horizontally-opposed 2-cylinder 597cc engine
• 4-speed transmission for adaptable performance
• Frequently paired with a sidecar for added carrying capacity

This 1/35 scale subject offers an authentic representation of a key WWII motorcycle and sidecar combination within Tamiya’s Military Miniature Series.