ACE 72260 Kfz.17 – Uniform Chassis Medium Radio Vehicle (1/72)

The ACE 72260 Kfz.17 model is a precisely reproduced 1/72 scale plastic model kit representing a German World War II radio communication vehicle on a standard chassis. The Kfz.17 was a medium radio vehicle, mainly used by the Waffenamt (German Army Ordnance Office) from 1937 to 1945. This version was based on the renowned Horch 901 (Type 40) chassis, which ensured good mobility even in the challenging front-line terrain of the Second World War.

The Kfz.17 played a key role in all German tactical formations—from Panzer divisions to reconnaissance units. It was equipped with advanced radio equipment for its time, enabling secure long-distance communication. The vehicle was present during the blitzkrieg campaigns in Western Europe (1940), Operation Barbarossa on the Eastern Front, and the battles in North Africa.

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for battle dioramas and collectible railway layouts
• User country: Germany (Wehrmacht, Waffen-SS, Luftwaffe)
• Historical period: World War II (1939–1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Box contents: assembly kit featuring clearly modeled body details, frame, and radio equipment; assembly instructions included
• Glue and paints not included — these items must be purchased separately
• Category: plastic model kit (scale modeling)

The ACE 72260 Kfz.17 model is designed with attention to detail, preserving the unique features of the original vehicle: the characteristic box-shaped superstructure, radio antenna details, and accurately reproduced military equipment elements. This is an excellent choice for both military history enthusiasts and collectors of WWII vehicle models. The set is especially recommended for intermediate modelers (difficulty level: 3/5) who will appreciate the scope for customization (painting, weathering).

The ACE 72260 Kfz.17 guarantees a satisfying building experience and allows you to enrich any collection with an authentic military communications vehicle, an icon of German engineering from the 1940s.