German Sd.Kfz.221 Leichter Panzerspahwag, 1/35 - Hobby Boss 83812

Release scheduled for September 2026.

The reference 83812 from Hobby Boss is a static model kit to be assembled at 1/35, representing the Sd.Kfz. 221 Leichter Panzerspähwagen German model, in a so-called third-series version. This lightweight armored reconnaissance vehicle with four wheels belongs to the German military equipment of the Second World War.

The Sd.Kfz. 221

The Sd.Kfz. 221 was part of the Leichter Panzerspähwagen family—light armored cars designed for reconnaissance missions. Its angular silhouette, four-wheel chassis, and open turret make it a characteristic subject of the German reconnaissance units of this period.

The Hobby Boss model kit

This Hobby Boss plastic kit lets you reproduce the Sd.Kfz. 221 at a scale of 1/35, a scale highly appreciated for military vehicles and diorama projects. At this scale, the dimensions of the real vehicle are reduced by a factor of 35, making it possible to work the body details, running gear, and exterior layout with precision.

Reference 83812 is intended to be assembled and painted. Preparing the parts, using glue suitable for plastic, and applying the finishing touches carefully will help bring out the distinctive shapes of this reconnaissance vehicle.

Assembly and finishing

As with any scale model of an armored vehicle, using plastic glue, precise cutting tools, and fine-grit sandpaper makes the assembly steps easier. A suitable primer then helps you check the condition of the surfaces before painting. Weathering can be applied in moderation to highlight raised details, represent dust accumulation, or add contrast to the mechanical elements.

Features

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 83812
• Type : static model kit to be assembled
• Subject : German Sd.Kfz. 221 Leichter Panzerspähwagen
• Version : third series
• Scale : 1/35
• Theme : German lightweight armored reconnaissance vehicle from the Second World War

Complementary products

Building this model may require plastic model glue, paints, a primer, brushes or an airbrush, as well as weathering products depending on the desired finish.