Academy 13236 Wirbelwind 20MM (1/35) – Plastic Model of a German Anti-Aircraft Gun from World War II

Academy 13236 Wirbelwind 20MM (1/35) is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the German self-propelled anti-aircraft gun Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind in 1:35 scale. This precisely detailed kit allows modelers to recreate one of the most important German anti-aircraft weapons used at the end of World War II.

• Scale: 1/35
• User Country: Third Reich (Germany)
• Historical period: World War II (production: 1944–1945)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Key features: The kit features a detailed "Wirbelwind" turret with four Flak 38 20 mm automatic cannons and accurate details of the Pz.Kpfw. IV tank chassis. Decals are included for recreating various historical versions; glue and paints are not included.

Historical Background

The Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind was one of the most distinctive German anti-aircraft vehicles. It was built on a modified Panzer IV tank chassis, with its characteristic open, multi-angled turret housing four 20 mm Flak 38 cannons. The Wirbelwind was used primarily to defend armored units from Allied aircraft attacks during campaigns on both the Western and Eastern fronts in 1944–1945.

Recommended for Whom?

The Academy 13236 Wirbelwind 20MM (1/35) model is recommended for both intermediate and experienced modelers due to its detail complexity and precision. It will be a great addition to World War II dioramas and collections of German military vehicles. The assembly difficulty is rated 3/5 – basic modeling skills and patience in assembling small parts are required.

Why Choose This Model?

The Academy Wirbelwind plastic model stands out for its high quality and rich detail, faithfully recreating the historical elements of this rare vehicle. Recommended for fans of German armored weaponry and all history model enthusiasts looking to expand their collection with a realistically rendered model of one of the most important anti-aircraft vehicles of World War II.