German Railway Gondola (Lower sides), 1/35 - Trumpeter 01518

The Trumpeter 01518 kit reproduces a German railway wagon with low sides in 1/35 scale. This plastic kit to be assembled depicts Second World War military rail transport equipment, designed to complement a railway scene or a diorama in the same format.

The low-sided wagon is distinguished by its open body and reduced side panels. This configuration helps highlight the deck, the chassis, and the running-gear details once the model is built. It makes an interesting subject alongside military vehicles, logistics equipment, or 1/35 scale track elements.

The model includes 248 parts spread across 7 sprues. Once assembled, it measures 280.4 mm long, 86.8 mm wide, and 81.6 mm high. In 1/35 scale, each dimension of the real wagon is reduced by a factor of 35.

Building an open wagon requires careful preparation of visible parts, especially on the deck and side panels. A dry fit makes it easier to align the chassis, axles, and side walls. Painting can be done before the final assembly of certain areas to maintain comfortable access to interior surfaces.

Finishing can be enhanced with weathering suited to railway rolling stock: variations in tones, grime, dust, and traces of use add depth to the wagon’s details. Glue, paints, and model-making tools are required to carry out the assembly and decoration.

• Brand : Trumpeter
• Reference : 01518
• Type : plastic model kit to be assembled
• Subject : German railway wagon with low sides
• Scale : 1/35
• Number of parts : 248
• Number of sprues : 7
• Assembled dimensions : 280.4 × 86.8 × 81.6 mm