Tamiya 35091 20mm Flakvierling 38 MITSd.Ah.52 (1/35)

Tamiya 35091 20mm Flakvierling 38 MITSd.Ah.52 (1/35) is a precisely replicated plastic model kit representing the German quadruple-barreled 20 mm Flakvierling 38 anti-aircraft gun with its dedicated Sd.Ah.52 transport trailer. The model is released by the renowned Japanese manufacturer Tamiya, famous for the highest quality detail reproduction and excellent fit of parts. The 1/35 scale allows for faithful recreation of even the smallest details of this well-known design from World War II.

• Model scale: 1/35
• Product category: Plastic model kit
• Country of use: Germany (Third Reich)
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Version: Gun with Sd.Ah.52 transport trailer
• Finished model length: approximately 260 mm

Historical background:
The 20mm Flakvierling 38 gun was one of the most common German anti-aircraft systems used during World War II. Introduced into service in 1940, it combined four 20 mm barrels, enabling very high rate of fire and great effectiveness against low-flying Allied aircraft. The Flakvierling 38 was used by Wehrmacht, Luftwaffe, and Kriegsmarine units—on vehicles, ships, and as static positions defending key installations and cities. The Sonderanhänger 52 trailer allowed for rapid transportation of the gun on the battlefield. Examples of use include the defense during the Allied landings in Normandy and the fighting in the Berlin area in 1945.

Kit contents:
The Tamiya 35091 kit includes a complete set of precisely molded plastic parts to build both the Flakvierling 38 gun and the Sd.Ah.52 trailer. The model does not contain photo-etched or resin parts but impresses with a wealth of details (e.g., rotating mechanisms, shield, sight, trailer running gear). Assembly requires model glue. The gun can be assembled in either transport or combat position.

Recommendation and building difficulty:
Tamiya 35091 is recommended for both intermediate and advanced military modelers. The simple design and precise instructions will allow even those with average skills to enjoy an authentic result, but the level of detail and the option to expand with aftermarket parts will be appreciated by more experienced modelers as well. Difficulty level: 3/5.

This model is an excellent choice for building realistic World War II dioramas, for any collection of German anti-aircraft equipment, or as a challenge for any enthusiast of armored weapons from this era.