Revell 03197 Sd.Kfz. 251/16 Ausf. C (1/72) – Plastic Model Kit

Revell 03197 Sd.Kfz. 251/16 Ausf. C in 1/72 scale is an exceptional plastic model kit, representing the German version of the half-track armored personnel carrier adapted for flamethrowers. This model is a faithful replica of the vehicle used by the Wehrmacht during World War II, offering realistic details and historical markings.

Historical and Technical Data

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Germany
• Period of use: World War II, 1939–1945
• Category: plastic model kit

The Sd.Kfz. 251/16 Ausf. C is a version of the German half-track armored personnel carrier, which was specifically adapted for combat against infantry and for clearing bunkers and buildings using two MG 34 flamethrowers of 7.92 mm caliber and two Flammenwerfer 42 flame projectors with a capacity of 320 liters of incendiary mixture. These vehicles often accompanied armored units during the largest battles on the Eastern Front and were also used in the Warsaw Uprising and on the Western Front. Their presence struck fear into the ranks of the Allies, earning the nickname "fahrende Hölle" – "moving hell".

Revell 03197 Model Features

• High-quality plastic with precisely reproduced surface details
• Movable parts, including turret and armament
• Clear assembly instructions
• Authentic decals with historical markings
• The model does not include glue or paints – for self-finishing

Who do we recommend this model for?

The Revell 03197 Sd.Kfz. 251/16 Ausf. C plastic model is recommended for both advanced modelers and intermediate enthusiasts of World War II military vehicles. It is an excellent choice for expanding front-line dioramas, historical battle reconstructions, and for collectors of German military technology. We rate the assembly difficulty as 2 on a five-point scale, making it a suitable project also for modelers beginning their adventure with 1/72 scale armored vehicles.