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German Land-Wasser-Schlepper (LWS) Early Production Amphibious Tractor

By: Hobby Boss

Type: Scale Model

Product Line: Model Kits - Armor (1/35) (Hobby Boss)

237 pcs.

MSRP old price: $59.99


Product Info

Title
German Land-Wasser-Schlepper (LWS) Early Production Amphibious Tractor
Publisher
Sub-category
Publish Year
2008
Dimensions
16.25x10.25x3.25"
NKG Part #
2147895739
MFG. Part #
HBB82430
Type
Scale Model
Age Range
14 Years and Up

Description

Development of the Land-wasser-schlepper (Land-Water-Tractor) started in 1936, but the first 7 vehicles were completed in July of 1940. An additional 14 were produced by March of 1941. It was designed by Rheinmetall-Borsig as an amphibious vehicle for use by engineers, but it lacked storage and loading/unloading access. To overcome this problem, special 10- and 20-ton amphibious trailers were made. It carried 3 to 5 men crew and 20 passengers. Another problem was that it was unarmored and could not operate effectively in the combat area. LWS saw service in Russia and North Africa.

Models are supplied unpainted and some assembly may be required.