Das Werk 1/35 Scale Military Vehicle Kit
Das Werk Faun L900 Hardtop (1/35) Item DW35001
Das Werks Faun L900 Hardtop is a finely detailed re-release of their heavy-duty 6 4 German truck, originally introduced in 1937 and widely used as a tank transporter and heavy logistics hauler. This Hardtop version features an imposing enclosed cab and refined build components based on user feedback from the previous Softtop kit [oai citation:0das-werk-models.com](https://www.das-werk-models.com/products/faun-l900-hardtop/?utm source=chatgpt.com).
- 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit (Das Werk DW35001)
- Enclosed hardtop cab; soft top parts included
- Selectable suspension springs: unloaded, neutral, and fully loaded
- Flatbed sidewalls that build up or fold down
- Freight bed arches formed from brass tube with bending jig
- Improved towing hitch, exhaust, and correctly scaled plastic wheels ()
- Seven decal options: four Wehrmacht and three civilian liveries
Note: Kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints, and tools are not included.
Historical Background:
The Faun L900 D567 was one of the Wehrmachts heaviest motorized trucks of WWII, built between 19371939 to haul up to 9 tonnes or tow a 10 ton Sd.Anh. 115 tank trailer. Powered by a Deutz diesel engine, it served as the backbone of light division armoured transport capable of ferrying Panzer I and II units to the front ().
Suggested Paint References:
These paint suggestions are visually based on authentic Wehrmacht finish schemes and may differ from the colours referenced in the instructions.
Component | Finish | Tamiya | Vallejo | Mr Hobby | Mr Color |
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Cab & Chassis (Panzer Grey) | Semi Matte | XF-63 German Grey | 70.995 German Grey | H032 Dark Grey | C032 Dark Grey |
Flatbed & Sidewalls | Semi Matte | XF-62 Olive Drab | 70.887 Brown Violet | H304 Olive Drab | C304 Olive Drab |
Suspension Springs & Undercarriage | Matt | XF-69 NATO Black | 70.862 Black Grey | H031 Black FS37038 | C137 Tyre Black |
Wheels & Tyres | Matt | XF-69 NATO Black | 70.862 Black Grey | H031 Black FS37038 | C137 Tyre Black |
Brass Arches & Towing Hook | Metallic | XF-56 Metallic Grey | 70.863 Gunmetal Grey | H028 Steel | C028 Steel |
Exhaust / Engine Detail | Semi Matte | XF-63 German Grey | 70.995 German Grey | H032 Dark Grey | C032 Dark Grey |