M35 Mittlere Panzerwagen (ADGZ-Daimler), 1/35 - Hobby Boss 83889

The M35 Mittlere Panzerwagen (ADGZ-Daimler) by Hobby Boss, reference 83889, is a plastic model kit to be assembled at 1/35 depicting a Second World War armored scout car. This replica highlights the distinctive ADGZ silhouette, a wheeled armored vehicle originally designed for the Austrian Army under the designation M35 Mittlere Panzerwagen, and later used by German forces during the conflict.

An atypical wheeled armored vehicle

The ADGZ-Daimler stands out with its imposing architecture and numerous running gear components. Its symmetrical design, angular volume, and central turret make it a particularly original subject for a 1/35 collection of military vehicles. It fits equally well into a project focused on wheeled armor or a 1939-1945 period diorama.

The Hobby Boss 83889 model kit

This Hobby Boss kit is made at the 1/35 scale, a reference scale for military vehicles and associated figures. The assembled model measures 180.3 mm long and 66.4 mm wide. It includes 300 parts, photo-etched components, and rubber tires to accurately recreate the shapes and external details of this armored scout car.

The presence of small parts and photo-etch encourages careful preparation of each component before gluing. Methodical work on removing mold lines, glue points, and wheel alignment will help you achieve a clean and coherent result.

Assembly and finishing

As with any military plastic model kit, assembly requires glue suitable for polystyrene. Applying a primer before painting makes it easier to check seams and improves the adhesion of the finishing layers. Hull details, wheels, and photo-etched elements can be painted separately when doing so simplifies access to hard-to-reach areas.

A light weathering helps bring out the volumes, recesses, and the vehicle’s special structure. Effects such as dust, mud, or wear can be adapted to the chosen display, whether for a showcase or a diorama scene.

Technical characteristics

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 83889
• Type : plastic model kit of a military vehicle
• Subject : M35 Mittlere Panzerwagen (ADGZ-Daimler)
• Scale : 1/35
• Number of parts : 300
• Assembled length : 180.3 mm
• Assembled width : 66.4 mm
• Included items : photo-etched parts and rubber tires
• Period depicted : Second World War

Complementary products

For assembly and finishing, it is useful to plan for plastic model glue, cutting and sanding tools, primer, and paints suitable for military vehicles. A fine-point tweezer is also handy for handling photo-etched parts.