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Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166
Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166

Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166

Brand: Tamiya

Part No: HC-32506

£11.89 RRP £13.99
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The Tamiya Schwimmwagen Type 166 (HC-32506) is a 1/48 scale replica capturing the famed WWII German amphibious vehicle with crisp detailing and thoughtful options for display.

About the Schwimmwagen

Designed by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, the Schwimmwagen served German land forces, paratroopers and engineering units in reconnaissance and liaison roles. It offered 2- and 4-wheel drive capability and excelled on difficult terrain. Powered by a rear-mounted 25hp air-cooled 4-cylinder 1,130cc engine with a high-set exhaust, it reached up to 80km/h on land and 10km/h in water. A rear screw propeller provided water propulsion and could be raised over the engine deck for road use, with steering in water handled via the front wheels as rudders. Mass production began in 1942, with 14,276 Type 166 vehicles completed by the end of 1944.

About the Model

  • 1/48 scale replica of the Schwimmwagen Type 166 featuring 1/35 Military Miniature series detail.
  • Overall length: 82mm; overall width: 29mm.
  • High-quality interior detailing including dashboard, seats and transparent parts for the window.
  • Screw propeller can be assembled in the up or down position.
  • Set includes decals for 2 different markings.
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About the Schwimmwagen

Designed by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, the amphibious Schwimmwagen was used by the German land forces, paratroopers and engineering corps during WWII, fulfilling both reconnaissance and liaison duties. Capable of both 2 and 4 wheel drive, the Schwimmwagen was widely respected for its ability to maneuver on a variety of difficult terrain. Featuringa high-set exhaust pipe and a rear mounted 25hp air-cooled 4-cylinder 1,130cc engine, the Schwimmwagen could reach top speeds of up to 80km/h on land and 10km/h in water. Propelled in the water by a screw propeller, which was easily raised above the rear engine deck when driven on dry land, steering whilst in the water was done just like on land, using the front wheels as rudders. Mass-produced from 1942, 14,276 type 166 Schwimmwagen were produced by the end of 1944.

About the Model

  • 1/48 scale replica of the Schwimmwagen Type 166 featuring 1/35 Military Miniature series detail.
  • Overall length: 82mm, Overall width: 29mm
  • High-quality interior detailing including dashboard, seats and transparent parts for window.
  • Screw propeller can be assembled in the up or down position.
  • Set includes decals for 2 different markings.




Key Info:
  • Brand: Tamiya
  • Part No: HC-32506
  • Barcode: 4950344325061
  • Scale: 1:48
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