ACE 72290 German IWW howitzer 10,5cm leFH-16(Rh) (1/72)

ACE 72290 German IWW howitzer 10,5cm leFH-16(Rh) is a high-quality 1:72 scale plastic model kit, dedicated to modelers interested in the World War I era and German army weaponry. The set allows for a faithful reproduction of one of the most important howitzers used by Germany during the Great War and the postwar period.

Historical Information

The 10.5cm leichte Feldhaubitze 16 (leFH 16) was developed in 1916 by the renowned German company Rheinmetall. The introduction of this howitzer marked an improvement over earlier models, providing significant fire support to the German infantry. The leFH 16 was widely used on World War I fronts, including the Battle of the Somme and the 1918 offensive. After the war, many units remained in service with the Reichswehr and were also handed over to allied and conquering countries as war spoils.

• Scale: 1/72
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Country of use: Germany (Deutsches Heer, later Reichswehr and Polish Army as war trophy)
• Period of use: World War I, Interwar period
• Extras: The kit does not include glue or paints
• Manufacturer: ACE Model Kits

Model Features

ACE 72290 offers a detailed replica of the howitzer's construction elements, including the characteristic gun barrel, richly detailed artillery carriage, and the recoil system details. The parts are precisely cast from plastic, allowing for high accuracy and faithful reproduction of all key details found in the original leFH 16.

Who is this model for?

The ACE 72290 German IWW howitzer 10,5cm leFH-16(Rh) model is particularly recommended for enthusiasts of historical World War I artillery models, military collectors, and diorama builders recreating scenes from the Great War fronts. The 1:72 scale works perfectly both as a standalone display and as part of larger dioramas or military layouts.

Level of difficulty and recommendation

Due to the number of small components and the precision required for assembly, we assess the model's difficulty at level 3 on a scale of 1-5. It is suitable both for intermediate modelers and those with more experience. This product guarantees satisfaction from building and acquiring a detailed, historical replica.