Zvezda Plastic Model Kit
German Heavy Truck L-4500 Einheitsfahrerhaus (1/35) 3647
This Zvezda 1/35 scale kit accurately represents the late-war German L-4500 heavy truck fitted with the simplified Einheitsfahrerhaus wooden cabin. Developed during material shortages in 1943, this version of the vehicle was widely used across both Eastern and Western Fronts.
- 1/35 scale plastic model kit
- Kit includes 274 parts
- Model length: 22.6cm
- Open bonnet option with engine detail
- Includes driver figure and mechanic figure
- Highly detailed wooden cabin representation
This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History:
The German L-4500 heavy truck was a workhorse of the Wehrmacht logistics system during World War II. As the war progressed and materials grew scarce, a simplified version with a wooden cab and basic flatbed was developed to speed up production. These modified trucks continued to serve across the European theatre until 1945, often used for cargo transport and artillery towing. Despite their utilitarian design, they were essential to German supply chains. Many of these vehicles remained in use for civilian applications after the war, making them a fascinating subject for military and post-war dioramas alike.
