Dragon 6298 Sd.Kfz.234/1 Schwerer Panzerspahwagen (2cm) 1/35 – Plastic Model Kit

The Dragon 6298 Sd.Kfz.234/1 Schwerer Panzerspahwagen (2cm) model in 1:35 scale is an exceptional choice for modelers interested in armored vehicles from World War II. This replica depicts the German heavy armored car Sd.Kfz.234/1 armed with the 2 cm KwK 38 autocannon, which was one of the most technologically advanced reconnaissance vehicles of the Wehrmacht.

• Scale: 1/35
• Material: High-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• User Country: Germany (Third Reich)
• Period of Use: World War II (1944-1945)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Manufacturer: Dragon
• Difficulty Level: 4/5

Brief Historical Overview

The Sd.Kfz.234/1 was mainly used by recon units of German armored divisions. Its main advantage was high mobility, provided by all-wheel drive, advanced suspension, and a Tatra 103 diesel engine. The /1 version was equipped with a turret mounting a 20 mm autocannon and a coaxial MG34 machine gun. These vehicles played a significant role in combat on the Eastern Front, the Western Front, and in Italy in 1944–1945, serving in reconnaissance, shielding armored columns, and engaging light enemy units.

Kit Features

• Richly detailed hull, suspension, and armament parts
• Precise plastic components for realistic reproduction of the original
• Photo-etched parts for enhanced detailing (e.g., grilles, turret details)
• Crisp decals with multiple painting scheme options
• Instruction manual with clear assembly diagrams

Who is it recommended for?

We recommend this model for intermediate and advanced modelers who value a high level of detail and historical accuracy. Due to the large number of parts, the difficulty level is rated 4 out of 5, meaning it is intended especially for those who already have some experience building 1:35 scale models. The kit works perfectly as a part of a World War II military collection, and serves as an excellent base for detailing or dioramas.