1:35 Sd Kfz 263 accessories set

The real subject

The Sd.Kfz. 263 was a German armored radio car, that is the signals version of an armored car. In place of a powered turret with a weapon it carried a fixed raised superstructure that held a powerful radio set and a workstation for its operators. Vehicles with this role served staffs and reconnaissance units that needed to keep contact over long distances and on the move. A conspicuous feature was the large frame antenna carried above the hull.

What the set is for

It is an accessory for a model of this car in 1:35, not a kit on its own. The manufacturer's description of the set gives the make-up of the parts and where they go on the model; before buying it pays to compare that against what your kit already holds, because the brands differ in their equipment. The parts are fitted onto the assembled structure only after the seams have been sanded, or the precise fit will be lost under a layer of putty.

Building and painting tips

• Dry-fit every part; the way it sits differs between kits.
• Cut the excess material off a little way from the part with a sharp blade and sand what remains.
• Wash the parts in lukewarm soapy water before painting and let them dry.
• Apply a base coat to the smooth surface, or the paint will hold badly.
• The manufacturer's instructions give the right glue; on materials other than polystyrene, cyanoacrylate glue (super glue) works well.

Terms of supply

What is delivered is the accessory set alone. The model of the vehicle, paints and glue are not included in the delivery, unless stated otherwise.