German 12.8cm FLAK 40, 1/35 - Hobby Boss 84545

The German 12.8cm FLAK 40 Hobby Boss 84545 is a plastic model kit to be assembled at 1/35, recreating a heavy German anti-aircraft gun from the Second World War. This reference features the 12.8 cm FlaK 40, an artillery piece designed for air defense.

At a 1/35 scale, the dimensions of the real subject are reduced thirty-five times. Once built, the model measures 353.3 mm in length and 90.4 mm in width, making it a substantial centerpiece for an artillery display or a military diorama from the 1939-1945 period.

The FlaK 40 anti-aircraft gun

The 12.8 cm FlaK 40 belongs to the category of heavy German anti-aircraft guns used during the Second World War. Its caliber and imposing silhouette make it a particularly interesting subject for modelers drawn to artillery, air defense installations, and German military equipment from this period.

Kit contents and features

The Hobby Boss box brings together 370 parts for assembling the gun and its associated components. The kit also includes photo-etched parts, metal parts, and rubber tires. These materials help vary textures on the finished model and work carefully on details of the gun carriage, running gear, and artillery equipment.

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 84545
• Type : plastic model kit
• Subject : German 12.8cm FLAK 40
• Scale : 1/35
• Period depicted : Second World War
• Number of parts : 370
• Built length : 353.3 mm
• Built width : 90.4 mm
• Included elements : photo-etch, metal parts and rubber tires

Assembly and finishing

Assembling an artillery piece at this scale requires careful preparation of the parts before gluing. Photo-etched components should be separated using an appropriate tool and handled precisely. A step-by-step build helps maintain alignment of the gun, carriage, and the various sub-assemblies.

Painting may be preceded by a primer to standardize the surfaces of the plastic, metal, and photo-etched parts. A measured weathering—using subtle tones, dusting, or traces of use—then helps integrate the gun into a natural terrain scene or a static display. Model glue, cutting tools, fine abrasives, paint, and finishing products are useful additions to complete this project.