German Land-Wasser-Schlepper early type, 1/35 - Hobby Boss 82465

Scheduled for September 2026, the German Land-Wasser-Schlepper early type model kit by Hobby Boss, reference 82465, reproduces at 1/35 a German amphibious vehicle from the Second World War. This plastic kit lets you build an early version of the Land-Wasser-Schlepper, also known by the abbreviation LWS.

The Land-Wasser-Schlepper was designed to operate both on land and in water. Its distinctive appearance, with its bulky hull, cabin, and propulsion components, makes it an original subject for a collection of German military vehicles or for creating a diorama of amphibious crossing and transport.

At a scale of 1/35, the real vehicle’s dimensions are reduced by a factor of 35. Once assembled, the model measures 249.9 mm in length and 91.2 mm in width, offering a great format to showcase the unusual shapes of this amphibious vehicle.

The box includes more than 280 parts, with photo-etched elements and rubber tracks. The variety of parts lets you work on the characteristic volumes of the hull, the running gear, and the external equipment.

As with any snap-together plastic model, careful preparation of the parts before gluing helps you achieve a neat build. Using glue suitable for plastic, precision cutting tools, fine abrasive paper, and a primer makes the finishing steps easier. Photo-etched parts require careful handling and the use of fine tweezers or a suitable bending tool.

Painting and weathering then help to highlight surface details, the hull’s reliefs, and mechanical elements. A progressive approach using base tones, washes, and well-controlled aging can add even more depth to this reproduction of a military amphibious vehicle.

Technical specifications

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 82465
• Type : snap-together plastic model kit
• Subject : German Land-Wasser-Schlepper early type
• Scale : 1/35
• Period depicted : Second World War
• Number of parts : more than 280
• Length (assembled) : 249.9 mm
• Width (assembled) : 91.2 mm
• Included elements : photo-etch and rubber tracks

For assembly and finishing, plan on the usual supplies for static model making: plastic glue, paints, primer, brushes or an airbrush, as well as preparation and sanding tools.