Miniart 53003 - 1:35 Kfz.1 German Troop Carrier Type 170VK w/ Canvas

Plastic model kit of the German Kfz.1 Mercedes-Benz 170VK troop carrier with canvas cover in 1:35 scale

MiniArt 53003 is a detailed model kit of the German Kfz.1 light troop carrier based on the Mercedes-Benz 170VK in 1:35 scale. Vehicles of this type were widely used by the Wehrmacht for personnel transport, liaison missions, communication tasks, and headquarters support duties. Their compact size and versatile design made them suitable for operations both on paved roads and in field conditions.

Inside the box:

• 1:35 scale plastic model kit
• Canvas-covered transport compartment version
• Highly detailed chassis and interior
• Accurately reproduced body components
• Photo-etched parts for enhanced realism
• Decal sheet for 4 marking options
• Assembly instructions

Model technical details:

• Scale: 1:35
• Model length: approx. 11.0 cm
• Manufacturer: MiniArt
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: This kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. Assembly and painting are required.

Model assembly

The kit features finely detailed bodywork, interior, and chassis components. Included photo-etched parts help achieve a more realistic appearance and finer detail definition. The canvas cover gives the vehicle the characteristic appearance commonly seen on German transport and headquarters vehicles during World War II.

Essential tools

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic model glue
• Paint set for finishing the model
• Cyanoacrylate glue for photo-etched parts

Technical data of the original vehicle:

• Length: approx. 3.85 m
• Engine: Mercedes-Benz 4-cylinder gasoline engine
• Drive system: 4×2
• Maximum speed: approx. 80 km/h
• Role: troop transport, liaison, and headquarters duties

About the Mercedes-Benz 170VK Kfz.1:

The Mercedes-Benz 170VK was one of the light vehicles used by German armed forces during World War II. The design was based on a civilian passenger car adapted for military service. Vehicles of this type performed a wide variety of roles, including personnel transport, courier missions, liaison tasks, and staff operations. Thanks to their compact dimensions and simple construction, they served on many fronts throughout the war. Versions equipped with canvas covers provided additional protection for transported personnel and equipment against harsh weather conditions.

About MiniArt:

MiniArt is a respected manufacturer of highly detailed plastic model kits specializing in military vehicles, figures, and diorama accessories. The company is well known among modelers for its excellent detail quality, strong historical research, and broad range of World War II subjects.