MiniArt 35588 German Jerry Can Set WWII 1/35 – plastic assembly model

The MiniArt 35588 German Jerry Can Set WWII in 1/35 scale is an excellent addition to dioramas and military vehicle models from the Second World War period. The product has been crafted with the utmost attention to detail, allowing for an accurate reproduction of the most popular German fuel canisters, known as "jerrycans," which became some of the most recognizable equipment used by the Wehrmacht during the armed conflicts of 1939-1945.

Purpose and historical use

The Wehrmacht-Einheitskanister design – commonly known as the Jerrycan – appeared in the equipment of the German army just before the outbreak of World War II and quickly became widespread. They were used for the transport and storage of fuel, water, and other liquids. Jerrycans were standard equipment for armored vehicles, trucks, motorcycles, and infantry units—on both the Eastern and Western fronts, as well as during the North African campaign. The name “jerrycan” comes from the Allied nickname for Germans – “Jerry.”

Box contents and execution

MiniArt 35588 is a plastic assembly model made from high-quality polystyrene, resistant to deformation and easy to work with. The set includes sprues allowing the assembly of multiple canisters with varied appearances (different detail variants and production dates). You will also find parts to build both fuel and water canisters, with faithfully reproduced embossing, lid, and handle details. The set does not include glue or paints, allowing each modeler to choose their own finishing technique.

• Scale: 1/35
• Origin: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (1939-1945)
• Material: plastic (high-quality polystyrene)
• Category: plastic assembly model – modeling accessories
• Includes various types of German jerrycans

Who is it for?

We recommend MiniArt 35588 to both beginner and advanced military modelers seeking authentic details for dioramas, layouts, or as an addition to German World War II vehicles. Thanks to the high level of detail reproduction, the set will satisfy any military history and scale modeling enthusiast.

Difficulty level: 1/5.