Takom 1/35 Scale Military Vehicle Kit
Takom US WWII M29 Weasel Light Tracked Vehicle (1/35) Item 02167
Takoms M29 Weasel kit recreates the versatile WWII-era tracked light vehicle used by US forces in snowbound and rough-terrain operations, from the Aleutians to the European theatre. Featuring open-frame design, realistic track suspension, and cargo stowage details, this kit is ideal for winter or recon dioramas.
- 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit (Takom 02167)
- Exposed chassis with torsion-bar suspension and return rollers
- Detailed drivers compartment: seat, steering levers, dashboard
- Cargo deck with tie-down points and optional cargo load rack
- Photo-etched parts include seat belts, dashboard detail and grille mesh
- Clear parts for dash instruments and headlight lenses
Note, glue and paints are not included, this kit requires careful assembly to exhibit its open-frame detail.
Historical Background,
The M29 Weasel was developed as a tracked utility vehicle to operate over snow and marshland terrain, and it saw use in US campaigns across Europe and Pacific theatres during WWII. Its compact, lightweight chassis and versatility made it a favorite for supply, reconnaissance and recovery operations.
Suggested Paint References,
These paint suggestions are visually based on authentic US Army winter and olive drab vehicle finishes and may differ from the colours referenced in the kit instructions.
Component | Finish | Tamiya | Vallejo | Mr_Hobby | Mr_Color |
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Body & Cargo Deck | Semi Matte | XF-67 NATO Green | 71.088 US Olive Drab | H308 Olive Drab FS34087 | C308 Olive Drab FS34087 |
Tracks & Suspension Wheels | Matt | XF-69 NATO Black | 70.862 Black Grey | H031 Black FS37038 | C137 Tyre Black |
Engine Components & Frame | Metallic | XF-56 Metallic Grey | 70.863 Gunmetal Grey | H028 Steel | C028 Steel |
Photo-Etched & Dashboard | Semi Matte | XF-20 Medium Grey | 71.065 Grey Green | H307 FS36231 | C307 FS36231 |
Dash Instruments & Lights | Semi Gloss | XF-8 Flat Blue | 70.899 Prussian Blue | H326 Blue FS15042 | C326 FS15042 |