The Dragon 6373 Fallschirmjager w/Kurzer 8cm Granatwerfer 42 1/35 scale set is a unique offering for enthusiasts of German weaponry from World War II and for those reconstructing battle scenes featuring elite German paratrooper units. This model depicts the rarely seen Kurzer 8cm Granatwerfer 42 (kz. 8cm Gr.W.42) mortar, known by the nickname "Stummel-Werfer," used by the Fallschirmjager.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of origin: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (1942-1945)
• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic (injection-molded, Gen2 technology)
• Set contents: detailed Kurzer 8cm Granatwerfer 42 mortar model and four German paratrooper figures in realistic poses
• Add-ons: precisely crafted equipment details, realistic Fallschirmjager uniforms, personal equipment elements for the soldiers

The Kurzer 8cm Granatwerfer 42 was designed specifically for airborne units. Its simplified and lightweight construction (weight 26.5 kg, barrel length 74.7 cm) allowed for easier transport and operation in difficult combat conditions. However, the shortened barrel limited the mortar’s range to just 1100 meters. Production ended at 1591 units, and the weapon was used by Fallschirmjager during fighting on the Western and Italian fronts, among others.

The Dragon 6373 set stands out for its extraordinary attention to detail – the paratrooper figures feature expressive sculpting and accurately reproduced uniforms faithful to World War II realities. The scenario shows the mortar crew during a combat break: three soldiers resting, with a fourth cleaning the weapon’s barrel, which makes it possible to create a realistic field diorama.

This product is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers, especially collectors of historical German units or World War II battle dioramas. Due to the number and precision of details, we rate the assembly difficulty at 4/5.

If you appreciate unique models with rich history and wish to expand your collection with the rare Fallschirmjager mortar, the Dragon 6373 set guarantees satisfaction from building and strong aesthetic value in the finished miniature.