Revell 05186 - 1:144 70 Years Bundeswehr - Wilhelm Bauer, Type 206A, 212A

Plastic model kit of German submarines – 70 Years Bundeswehr edition

The 1:144 scale Revell 05186 «70 Years Bundeswehr: Wilhelm Bauer, Type 206A, Class 2» is a special anniversary edition featuring three plastic model kits of iconic German submarines. This exclusive set commemorates 70 years of the Bundeswehr by combining historical and modern submarine designs into one collection. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

In the box you will find:

• plastic sprues for three submarine models
• highly detailed hulls and superstructure parts
• external fittings and submarine-specific details
• decals for authentic markings
• illustrated, multilingual assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:144
• Total parts: approx. 154
• Manufacturer: Revell
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Warning: The kit does not include glue, paints or modelling tools. The models are intended for self-assembly and finishing.

Model assembly:

This set consists of three individual submarine kits. Each model requires traditional plastic model assembly, including hull, conning tower and fittings. The 1:144 scale allows for realistic representation of submarines from different eras of German naval history.

Required tools:

• plastic cement
• modelling knife or cutters
• files or sandpaper
• brushes and model paints

About the submarines:

The Wilhelm Bauer (U-2540) is a historic Type XXI submarine later modernised and preserved as a museum ship. The Type 206A represents a Cold War era German submarine design, while the Type 212A embodies modern submarine engineering with air-independent propulsion. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

About Revell:

Revell is one of the world’s best-known plastic model kit manufacturers, offering a wide range of naval, aircraft, military and civilian subjects. Special anniversary editions like this are especially appealing to history enthusiasts and collectors.