The Opel Blitz Tankwagen (Kfz. 385) was a specialised variant of the well-known Opel Blitz, which served as a mobile fuel transporter in the Wehrmacht. Equipped with a permanently installed tank body, the vehicle was used to transport and supply vehicles and aircraft with fuel. The tank typically had a capacity of around 2,500 litres. The Kfz. 385 was based on the Opel Blitz 3.6-36S with a six-cylinder engine and reached around 80 km/h. It was indispensable, especially in the African campaign and on the Eastern Front, due to the high fuel requirements. Despite its lack of armour, the tanker was crucial to the mobility of the Wehrmacht and was considered the logistical backbone for rapid operations.
Functions and special details:
- Suggestive, functional suspension (on front and rear axles)
- Steering on front axle
- Hinged rear doors
- Doors can be opened
- Scale 1:45 (perfect for minifigures)
- Beautiful small details (e.g. simulated lights at the front, UV-printed lettering and number plates, spare tyres on the lower body, etc.)
- Fragility after assembly: 1/5
- Assembly difficulty: 2/5
The Opel Blitz Tankwagen parts are included in the delivery. The assembly instructions are included in printed form. The level of detail can be adjusted by selecting the ‘Premium’ or ‘Standard’ version. One with printed parts -> Premium and one without -> Standard. In the “Standard” version, the parts printed in the ‘Premium’ version are included as unprinted parts. The assembly of the models is identical.
Attention: This product is NOT a toy. Included small parts could pose a health risk. For these reasons and the possible similarity to historical objects, this product is not recommended for persons under the age of 14 years. This product is a historical portrait and does not support any political direction or ideology. For more information see Impressum §7.