Tamiya 36310 - 1:16 Wehrmacht Tank Crewman Africa

Plastic figure kit of a Wehrmacht tank crewman – Africa (WWII) in 1:16 scale

Tamiya 36310 depicts a German tank crewman from the German corps in North Africa (the Afrika Korps) of the Second World War. The figure is captured in a light tropical uniform suited to the hot climate. It complements models of German tanks from the African theatre well.

What's in the box:

• Figure parts for assembly
• Tropical uniform and headgear parts
• Illustrated assembly and painting instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:16
• Item number: 36310
• Manufacturer: Tamiya
• Series: 1/16 World Figure
• Assembled height: approx. 11–12 cm (depending on the pose)

Note: glue, paints and modelling tools are not included. The model is intended for self-assembly and painting.

Building the model:

It is best to build the figure from subassemblies (torso, limbs, head and gear separately), hiding the parting lines with putty and smoothing them gently before painting. Paint the face and hands separately, and the uniform and gear in layers, from base colours up to highlights. The light tropical uniform looks good with a subtle wash and highlights imitating faded fabric. Emphasise the fabric folds and gear detail with a wash and dry-brushing.

Tools you'll need:

• Modelling nippers for removing parts from the sprues
• Hobby knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper for cleaning up sprue-gate marks
• Modelling putty to hide the parting lines between parts
• Plastic cement (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement)
• Fine brushes and modelling paints (acrylic or enamel) for the face, uniform and gear
• Panel-line wash to emphasise folds and detail, plus dry-brushing

About the figure – Afrika Korps tank crewman:

The German corps in North Africa (the Afrika Korps) fought in desert conditions, which required light tropical uniforms. Tank crews were an important part of these forces. The figure depicts a typical crewman of this formation and is well suited to dioramas related to the African campaign.

About the manufacturer – Tamiya:

Tamiya Corporation is a Japanese model company founded in 1946 in Shizuoka, regarded as the heart of Japan's model-making industry. It launched its first injection-moulded plastic kit in 1960 and soon set a global benchmark for quality thanks to precise tooling and excellent parts fit. Figures from the 1/16 World Figure series are valued for their careful sculpting of the face, uniform and gear. Beyond plastic kits in many scales, the company offers a full range of accessories: paints, glues, tools and brushes. Tamiya operates in dozens of countries and remains one of the most recognisable brands in the hobby.