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Build premium 1/35 scale military vehicle model kits from Tamiya, featuring WWII and modern jeeps, trucks, half-tracks, armored cars, and support vehicles with exceptional detail and precision engineering. This collection includes German Kubelwagen, Schwimmwagen, Sd.Kfz.222, American M113 APC, Willys Jeep, British Universal Carrier, and Japanese reconnaissance vehicles, each offering authentic panel lines, detailed interiors, and accurate markings for serious military vehicle modelers and diorama builders.
Tamiya has earned its reputation as one of the world's finest model kit manufacturers through decades of producing exceptionally detailed, precisely engineered, and historically accurate scale models. This collection showcases Tamiya's extensive range of 1/35 scale military vehicles spanning WWII through modern eras, featuring jeeps, trucks, half-tracks, armored cars, motorcycles, and specialized support vehicles from all major combatant nations. Each kit demonstrates Tamiya's characteristic attention to detail with crisp molding, accurate dimensions, comprehensive instructions, and authentic markings that make them favorites among modelers worldwide.
Tamiya's German light vehicle range begins with the iconic Kubelwagen Type 82, available in multiple kit variations including the standard 35213 and the 35238 variant. These kits capture the distinctive appearance of this ubiquitous Wehrmacht vehicle with its angular body panels and characteristic fenders, detailed chassis showing the rear-mounted air-cooled engine, comprehensive interior with seating, dashboard, and controls, authentic wheel and tire detail with distinctive tread pattern, and multiple marking options for various units and theaters. The Kubelwagen served across all fronts in roles ranging from staff transport to reconnaissance, making it an essential subject for any WWII German collection.
The German Schwimmwagen Type 166 represents the amphibious variant with its boat-like hull and folding propeller, detailed interior showing the unique seating and control arrangement, authentic chassis with amphibious drive components, characteristic four-wheel drive system, and markings for various units including Afrika Korps and Eastern Front formations. The Schwimmwagen's amphibious capability made it invaluable for reconnaissance and liaison duties in areas with limited bridge infrastructure, and the kit captures this unique vehicle's distinctive features with exceptional accuracy.
The German Simca 5 Staff Car provides a captured French vehicle pressed into Wehrmacht service, featuring the compact dimensions and civilian origins of this small car, detailed interior with period-appropriate fittings, authentic French design elements adapted for German use, and markings showing German military service. This kit represents the Wehrmacht's practice of utilizing captured vehicles to supplement their own production, adding variety to German motor pools.
Tamiya's German armored car range includes the Sd.Kfz.222 in multiple variants, with the 35270 version including photo-etched parts for enhanced detail and the 35286 North Africa variant featuring desert-specific equipment and markings. These kits capture the distinctive open-top turret with wire mesh protection, detailed 20mm KwK 30 autocannon and MG34 machine gun, comprehensive interior showing fighting compartment and driver position, authentic eight-wheeled chassis with independent suspension, and period-appropriate camouflage schemes and unit markings. The Sd.Kfz.222 served as the primary light armored reconnaissance vehicle for German forces, providing mobile firepower and protection for scouting missions.
The German Heavy Armored Car 37019 represents heavier armored reconnaissance vehicles with increased firepower and protection, detailed turret with main armament, comprehensive chassis and running gear, authentic armor plate arrangement, and appropriate unit markings. These armored cars provided the reconnaissance battalions with vehicles capable of engaging enemy armor and supporting infantry operations while maintaining mobility for scouting duties.
Tamiya's German truck range provides essential logistics and support vehicles beginning with the German 3 Ton 4x2 Cargo Truck featuring the characteristic cab design and cargo bed, detailed chassis and drivetrain components, comprehensive interior with driver position, authentic wheel and tire configuration, and multiple marking options for various units. The German 6x4 Truck Krupp Protze represents the distinctive Krupp L2H143 with its unique six-wheeled configuration, detailed cargo bed or troop seating, comprehensive chassis showing the six-wheel drive system, and authentic Krupp design elements.
The German Krupp Towing Truck with 37mm Pak combines the Krupp Protze with the 3.7cm PaK 36 anti-tank gun, providing a complete artillery system with detailed gun including shield, breech, and carriage, authentic towing configuration with the truck, crew figures and equipment, and markings for various anti-tank units. This combination represents the mobile anti-tank capability of German infantry divisions in the early war period.
German motorcycle subjects include the German Motorcycle Orderly Set featuring BMW R75 or Zündapp KS750 motorcycles with sidecars, detailed engine and mechanical components, comprehensive sidecar with equipment storage, rider and passenger figures, and authentic Wehrmacht markings. The German KS600 Motorcycle with Sidecar provides the Zündapp KS600 variant with its distinctive features, detailed motorcycle and sidecar combination, authentic equipment and fittings, and period-appropriate markings.
The German Sd.Kfz.2 Kettenkraftrad represents the unique half-track motorcycle with its motorcycle front end and tracked rear, detailed engine and drive system, comprehensive track and suspension components, authentic control arrangement, and markings for various units. This unusual vehicle served in reconnaissance, cable-laying, and light towing roles, offering unique modeling opportunities. The German Armored Railway Vehicle P204(f) provides a captured French railcar adapted for German use with armored protection, detailed railway running gear, authentic armament and equipment, and German military markings.
German command vehicles include the German Horch Kfz.15 Vehicle, a prestigious staff car featuring the elegant Horch design with detailed body panels, comprehensive interior with seating and controls, authentic chassis and mechanical components, and markings for various command units. The 508cm Coloniale Staff Car represents Italian and German use of this Fiat model with distinctive colonial service features, detailed interior and exterior, authentic Italian/German markings, and period-appropriate equipment.
American light vehicle subjects begin with the U.S. Jeep Willys MB 1/4 Ton Truck, the iconic WWII utility vehicle featuring the characteristic flat-panel body and distinctive grille, detailed chassis showing the four-wheel drive system, comprehensive interior with seating, dashboard, and controls, authentic wheel and tire detail, and multiple marking options for various units and theaters. The Jeep's versatility and reliability made it one of the most important vehicles of WWII, serving in every theater and role imaginable.
The U.S. Utility Truck M151A1 represents the post-war replacement for the Jeep with its more modern design and improved capabilities, detailed body panels and distinctive appearance, comprehensive interior with updated controls, authentic suspension system, and Vietnam-era markings. The Ford GPA Amphibian 4x4 Truck provides the amphibious Jeep variant with its boat-like hull and folding propeller, detailed amphibious drive components, authentic interior and controls, and markings for various amphibious operations.
Tamiya's M113 series provides comprehensive coverage of this important armored personnel carrier beginning with the U.S. M113 A.P.C. in standard configuration featuring the distinctive box-like hull and sloped front, detailed interior showing troop compartment and driver position, comprehensive running gear with authentic track and suspension, roof-mounted .50 caliber machine gun, and appropriate U.S. Army markings. The M113 became the most widely produced armored fighting vehicle in history, serving with numerous nations in various configurations.
The U.S. M113 ACAV represents the Armored Cavalry Assault Vehicle variant used extensively in Vietnam with additional armor protection including gun shields, enhanced armament with multiple machine guns, detailed fighting positions for crew, authentic Vietnam-era modifications, and appropriate unit markings. The M113A2 Armored Personnel Carrier provides the improved variant with upgraded components, enhanced armor protection, improved suspension and running gear, and updated equipment fittings.
Specialized M113 variants include the U.S. M21 Mortar Carrier featuring the 81mm or 4.2-inch mortar installation, detailed mortar and mounting system, modified interior for mortar operations, ammunition storage and handling equipment, and appropriate mortar unit markings. These M113 variants pair perfectly with kits from 1/35 Tamiya tanks for complete armored formations.
American truck subjects include the U.S. 2.5 Ton 6x6 Cargo Truck, the famous deuce-and-a-half featuring the characteristic cab and cargo bed design, detailed chassis showing the six-wheel drive system, comprehensive interior with driver position, authentic wheel and tire configuration, and multiple marking options for various units. This workhorse truck served in every theater and continues in service with many nations today.
The U.S. 40 Ton Tank Transporter provides heavy equipment transport capability with its massive trailer and tractor unit, detailed tractor cab and chassis, comprehensive trailer with loading ramps, authentic coupling and support systems, and appropriate transport unit markings. The U.S. 6x6 M561 Gama Goat represents the unique articulated utility vehicle with its distinctive two-section design, detailed articulation system, amphibious capability components, authentic wheel and tire configuration, and Vietnam-era markings.
American armored reconnaissance includes the U.S. M8 Light Armored Car Greyhound featuring the distinctive six-wheeled configuration, detailed turret with 37mm gun and coaxial machine gun, comprehensive interior showing fighting compartment, authentic chassis and suspension system, and appropriate reconnaissance unit markings. The U.S. M3A1 Scout Car provides the half-track scout vehicle with its open-top configuration and multiple machine guns, detailed interior showing crew positions, authentic half-track running gear, and reconnaissance unit markings.
The U.S. M151A2 with TOW Launcher represents modern anti-tank capability with the M151 MUTT mounting the TOW missile system, detailed missile launcher and guidance equipment, authentic vehicle modifications for weapon system, and appropriate anti-tank unit markings. This combination showcases the adaptation of light vehicles for specialized anti-armor roles.
British subjects include the British Universal Carrier Mk.II, the ubiquitous tracked vehicle featuring the distinctive open-top design and front-mounted engine, detailed interior showing crew positions and equipment storage, comprehensive track and suspension system, authentic Bren gun or Boys anti-tank rifle mounting, and multiple marking options for various British and Commonwealth units. The Universal Carrier served in numerous roles including infantry support, reconnaissance, and weapons carrier, making it one of the most versatile vehicles of WWII.
The British Light Utility Car 10HP provides the Tilly utility vehicle with its characteristic British design, detailed interior and exterior, authentic chassis and mechanical components, and appropriate British military markings. The British 25 Pdr Gun/Quad Kit combines the famous 25-pounder field gun with its Morris C8 Quad tractor, featuring detailed gun with shield, breech, and carriage, comprehensive tractor with towing equipment, crew figures and ammunition, and authentic Royal Artillery markings.
French subjects include the French Citroen Traction 11CV, a civilian car pressed into military service featuring the distinctive Citroen design with front-wheel drive, detailed interior with period fittings, authentic chassis and mechanical components, and markings for French military or resistance use. Japanese vehicles include the Toyota Model AB Phaeton representing early Japanese military transport with its characteristic 1930s design, detailed interior and exterior, authentic chassis components, and Imperial Japanese Army markings.
Modern subjects include the JGSDF Light Armored Vehicle representing the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force's Komatsu LAV with its distinctive angular design, detailed turret with 25mm cannon, comprehensive interior and equipment, authentic running gear and suspension, and JGSDF markings. The JGSDF Reconnaissance Motorcycle provides the Kawasaki KLX250 in military configuration with detailed motorcycle components, military equipment and fittings, and JGSDF markings.
The German Marder 1-A2 represents the Bundeswehr infantry fighting vehicle with its distinctive turret and 20mm cannon, detailed interior showing troop compartment, comprehensive running gear with authentic track and suspension, and German military markings. The M26 Armored Tank Recovery vehicle provides heavy recovery capability with its distinctive crane and winch equipment, detailed recovery systems and tools, comprehensive chassis and running gear, and appropriate recovery unit markings. The Russian Commanders/Staff Car with 4 Figures provides Soviet command transport with included crew figures, detailed vehicle and equipment, and Soviet military markings.
The 1/35 scale provides ideal proportions for military vehicles, allowing comprehensive interior detail visible through open tops or doors, realistic representation of mechanical components, authentic wheel and track detail with proper scale appearance, and sufficient size for weathering and finishing techniques. A Kubelwagen in 1/35 scale measures approximately 4 inches in length, creating realistic presence while remaining manageable for display and storage. Larger vehicles like the M113 measure 6-7 inches, while trucks range from 5-8 inches depending on type.
The scale allows modelers to showcase distinctive features that characterize each vehicle type, from the angular panels of German vehicles to the functional simplicity of American trucks. Open-top vehicles reveal comprehensive interior detail including seating, controls, and equipment, while closed vehicles can be displayed with doors or hatches open to show interior features. The consistent 1/35 scale ensures perfect compatibility with armor, figures, and dioramas, creating cohesive displays depicting complete military operations.
Successfully building Tamiya 1/35 military vehicles benefits from their characteristic precision engineering with excellent part fit requiring minimal filling or adjustment, comprehensive instructions with clear assembly sequences and painting guides, well-designed parts breakdown facilitating painting and assembly, and authentic detail molded into components. Tamiya kits typically feature strategic painting of interior details before closing body sections, careful alignment of chassis and suspension components, proper positioning of wheels and tracks for realistic stance, and thoughtful weathering showing operational use.
Painting techniques should reflect vehicle type and operational environment, with German vehicles displaying three-color camouflage or overall dark yellow, American vehicles showing olive drab or later MERDC schemes, British vehicles featuring khaki drab or desert colors, and modern vehicles displaying contemporary camouflage patterns. Weathering should depict dust and mud accumulation, paint chipping and wear, rust and corrosion where appropriate, and crew access wear on handles and hatches.
Tamiya military vehicles excel as diorama elements depicting various operational scenarios. Light vehicles work beautifully in reconnaissance scenes using Vallejo Diorama FX products to create appropriate terrain, supporting infantry figures from 1/35 Tamiya scale model figures, tactical equipment and accessories, and environmental details establishing situation and location. Trucks and transport vehicles create compelling logistics scenes with diorama effects materials depicting supply depots or convoy operations, crew and support personnel figures, cargo and equipment loads, and appropriate terrain for the operational theater.
Armored vehicles pair naturally with armor from 1/35 Tamiya tanks collections, creating combined arms displays showing tactical cooperation, supporting infantry and crew figures, realistic terrain and environmental details, and authentic tactical situations. The combination of detailed vehicles, appropriate figures, and realistic groundwork creates compelling narratives showcasing both modeling skill and historical knowledge.
The vehicles in this collection represent critical elements of military operations across multiple conflicts. The Kubelwagen and Schwimmwagen provided German forces with reliable light transport and reconnaissance capability, while the Sd.Kfz.222 offered mobile firepower for scouting missions. American Jeeps became synonymous with Allied mobility and versatility, serving in every conceivable role from command transport to weapons carrier. The M113 revolutionized armored personnel carrier design, providing protected mobility for infantry while maintaining air-portability and amphibious capability.
British Universal Carriers demonstrated the value of light tracked vehicles for infantry support and specialized roles, while various trucks and transport vehicles enabled the logistics that sustained modern mechanized warfare. Modern vehicles like the Marder and JGSDF LAV represent contemporary approaches to infantry fighting vehicles and reconnaissance, incorporating lessons learned from decades of armored warfare. These vehicles shaped tactical doctrine and continue influencing military vehicle development worldwide.
Complement your Tamiya military vehicle collection with related subjects and accessories. 1/35 Tamiya tanks provides main battle tanks and armored fighting vehicles for complete formations, while 1/35 Tamiya scale model figures offers crew, infantry, and support personnel. Enhancement options from 1/35 Tamiya aftermarket parts provide metal barrels, photo-etched details, and stowage accessories for ultimate realism.
Discover the complete range of precision military vehicle models at Tamiya and explore how these exceptional 1/35 scale kits can enhance your modeling collection with historically significant vehicles that supported armored operations, provided essential logistics, and enabled the mobility that characterized modern mechanized warfare across multiple conflicts and eras.