Miniart 35492 - 1:35 Kfz.2 German Communications Car Type 170VK

Plastic model kit of the German Kfz.2 Type 170VK communications car

The Kfz.2 Type 170VK was a light German communications and command vehicle used extensively by the Wehrmacht during World War II. Such cars played an important role in maintaining coordination and command links between military units on the battlefield.

• Scale: 1:35
• Model length: approx. 11.5 cm
• Manufacturer: MiniArt
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. Assembly is required.

Model assembly

The kit is made of plastic parts intended for traditional glued assembly. It allows the modeler to accurately reproduce the shape and features of a light German staff and communications vehicle, making it ideal for dioramas depicting headquarters scenes, convoys, or rear-area operations.

Required tools

• Modeling knife or cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement
• Model paints

About the Kfz.2 Type 170VK

The Kfz.2 served as a standard light communications vehicle based on a modified civilian chassis adapted for military use. It was employed to transport officers, radio equipment, and essential staff materials.

Thanks to its mobility and versatility, the Kfz.2 was used across all major theaters of war, including the Eastern and Western Fronts as well as North Africa.

Technical data of the original vehicle:

• Vehicle type: light communications car
• Drive: wheeled
• Length: approx. 4.0 m
• Role: command and communications

MiniArt – vehicles and diorama accessories

MiniArt is well known for its extensive range of military vehicles, figures, and diorama accessories. The company’s kits are especially valued by modelers creating realistic scenes of logistical and command elements from World War II.