{"product_id":"6635-trumpeter-00209-morser-karl-gerat-040041-on-railway-transport-carrier-135","title":"Trumpeter 00209 Morser Karl-Gerat 040\/041 on railway transport carrier 1\/35","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTrumpeter 00209 Morser Karl-Gerat 040\/041 on railway transport carrier (1\/35) – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Trumpeter 00209 Morser Karl-Gerat 040\/041 on railway transport carrier model in 1\/35 scale is an exceptional offering for advanced modelers passionate about World War II military equipment. This set allows for the construction of a detailed replica of the famous German self-propelled mortar Karl-Gerat, transported on a specialized railway platform, providing an excellent depiction of the historical realities of heavy artillery transport in the Wehrmacht.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eFaithful reproduction of the historical original\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Karl-Gerat 040 and 041 are super-heavy self-propelled mortars, developed at the request of the German army during World War II. They were mainly used to destroy fortifications during some of the most intense battles, including at Sevastopol and during the Warsaw Uprising. They were part of the Wehrmacht’s armament from 1941 to 1945. The 040 model was equipped with a 600 mm caliber barrel, while the 041 had a 540 mm barrel. Transporting such massive units required the use of dedicated Schnabelwagen-type railway cars, a replica of which is also included in this set.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eQuality and set contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The model is made from high-quality plastic, ensuring precise details and excellent part fit. The kit includes:\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ea comprehensive set of parts allowing the construction of the Karl-Gerat gun in either the 040 or 041 configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ea highly detailed railway platform for transporting the gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eclear assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003edecals for historical markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The manufacturer has not included glue or paints in the set – these must be purchased separately.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eSkill level and recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Trumpeter 00209 is a plastic assembly model classified as a World War II military subject. Its high complexity (difficulty rating: 4\/5) makes it recommended for experienced modelers and enthusiasts of dioramas and historical battle scene reconstructions. It's an excellent choice for those looking to enrich their collection with an extraordinary exhibit, which the Karl-Gerat on a railway platform undoubtedly is.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This model is suitable both for advanced painting projects and detailed dioramas, becoming the centerpiece of any World War II military display.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Trumpeter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719839273294,"sku":"TRUM00209","price":93.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/d64393bd40e8b6bb2afc03d080252aad.jpg?v=1755483744","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/6635-trumpeter-00209-morser-karl-gerat-040041-on-railway-transport-carrier-135","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}