1:35 sWS

The real subject

Behind the abbreviation sWS is a German heavy half-track tractor from the later part of the Second World War. At the front it had a steered axle with wheels and at the rear a tracked running gear, and it is precisely that combination that gives the vehicle its unmistakable appearance. It was used for towing loads and as a weapons carrier, so it suits scenes with supply, with artillery and with a column in retreat.

What the set is for

This is a set of wheels for a model of the sWS in 1:35 scale, carried as an accessory for a model. Wheels are visible on the vehicle from every angle and are the parts whose refinement pays off most on a model, because the eye picks out their shape and division even without comparison with the real thing. The number of parts, their scope and the kit they are cut for are given in the manufacturer's description and instructions, so check the match before buying.

Building and painting tips

Cut the excess material away with a sharp blade a little from the part and sand the rest carefully, so that the outline of the wheel stays regular. Wash and degrease the parts before painting. Try the fit dry and make sure all the wheels sit in one plane, otherwise the model will stand crooked. If the wheels carry a flat from the weight of the vehicle, turn the flat toward the ground. Set the colors of the individual parts of the wheel apart according to the illustration of the subject.

• 1:35 scale
• a set of wheels for a model of the sWS tractor
• an accessory for a model, not a kit in its own right
• the scope of the parts and the intended kit follow the manufacturer's description
• the parts are washed and degreased before painting

Terms of supply

The scope of the delivery is given in the manufacturer's description. The kit, paints and glue are not part of the delivery, unless stated otherwise.