Bronco CB35212 sWS 60cm Infared Searchlight Carrier UHU 1/35 – Plastic Model Kit

Bronco CB35212 sWS 60cm Infared Searchlight Carrier UHU is a detailed plastic model kit in the popular 1/35 scale, replicating a German specialist vehicle from World War II. This exceptional set is a faithful replica of the Schwerer Wehrmachtschlepper (sWS) half-track armored transporter, equipped with a state-of-the-art at its time, 60 cm 'UHU' infrared searchlight (Ger. sWS 60 cm IR-Scheinwerferträger UHU).

The model represents a vehicle belonging to the German army (Wehrmacht), primarily used in 1945 during the last months of World War II. Such transporters played a support role for Panther tanks equipped with the “Vampir” system – the world’s first portable night vision device. The UHU was used to illuminate the battlefield with infrared light, invisible to the naked eye but detectable by night vision equipment, which increased the effectiveness of armored forces during night operations, for instance during the attempts to defend Berlin.

The Bronco CB35212 kit contains high-quality plastic sprues, characterized by precisely reproduced details of both the bodywork and the searchlight with its specialized mounting system. The model is intended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to its construction complexity and the high number of small parts. The kit includes a detailed assembly manual, decals, as well as clear components imitating the searchlight lenses. The manufacturer does not include paints or glue in the set.

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (last year of conflict)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Contents: plastic parts, decals, clear lenses, instruction manual
• Category: plastic model kit
• Recommended for: intermediate and advanced modellers, enthusiasts of German World War II vehicles and night armored operations dioramas
• Difficulty level: 4/5

Bronco CB35212 sWS 60cm Infared Searchlight Carrier UHU 1/35 is an excellent choice for collectors and historical modelling enthusiasts searching for a unique and rarely seen vehicle. The model allows you to build a realistic diorama from the final days of World War II, with educational and collectible value. Thanks to the superbly rendered details and the option to create an impressive night vignette, this is a highly recommended product!