Roden 817 Ford V8 G81A 1/35

Roden 817 Ford V8 G81A in 1/35 scale is a faithfully reproduced plastic model of a historic car, dedicated to demanding military modelers and enthusiasts of 20th-century automotive history. This kit reconstructs the German version of the Ford V8 G81A passenger car, widely used by the Wehrmacht, Luftwaffe, and police during World War II. As indicated by its scale, the model fits perfectly into collections of military vehicles from this era, offering excellent proportions for both dioramas and individual displays.

• Scale: 1/35
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Historical period: World War II (1938–1944; later versions were used until the end of the war, especially as police vehicles in Germany)
• User country: Third Reich (Germany), also used civily throughout Europe
• Material: High-quality polystyrene plastic, with precisely reproduced body, interior, and chassis details. The set does not include resin extras or metal parts, making it friendly for modelers of various skill levels.
• Historical use of the model: The Ford V8 G81A, as a light staff and police vehicle, was used by the German military administration for the transport of officers, communications, and staff duties during the Western campaign and the beginning of the Eastern campaign. Owing to the extensive road infrastructure, many examples remained in service in Western Europe until 1943 or even later.
• Box contents: Sprues with self-assembly parts, decals with historical markings, and clear assembly instructions. Glue and paints are to be purchased separately.
• Difficulty level: 2/5 – recommended for both intermediate and beginner modelers wanting to start their World War II vehicle modeling adventure, thanks to the well-thought-out parts design and good fit of the details.
• Why choose this model? The Roden 817 Ford V8 G81A 1/35 is a unique vehicle that complements early-war German collections beautifully. It is an authentic addition for dioramas depicting staff, logistics, or behind-the-front-line scenes. We recommend this product to historical collectors, World War II reenactors, and retro automotive enthusiasts.

Summary: The Roden 817 Ford V8 G81A 1/35 model offers high detail quality, historical accuracy, and building satisfaction. It is an attractive choice for all historical modeling enthusiasts seeking uncommon German vehicles from World War II.