Italeri 6530 AS.42 Sahariana 1/35 – Desert Reconnaissance Vehicle of the Italian Army

Italeri 6530 AS.42 Sahariana is a high-quality 1/35 scale plastic model kit that faithfully recreates the legendary Italian reconnaissance vehicle, the “Camionetta Desertica modello 42 Sahariana” from World War II. Designed for experienced modelers and military history enthusiasts, the kit offers exceptional realism and a wealth of detail.

• Model scale: 1/35 – precise detailing and accuracy
• Country of origin: Italy – operated by the Regio Esercito (Royal Italian Army)
• Historical period: World War II, mainly desert operations in North Africa (1942-1943)
• Material: premium quality plastic; the kit also includes rubber tires, a metal machine-gun barrel, and photo-etched parts for enhanced realism
• Decals for 4 versions allow you to build the vehicle in various color schemes and unit markings
• Additional parts for assembling an alternative Sahariana armament version with a 47/32 cannon
• Figure not included (available separately)
• Model length when assembled: approx. 14 cm

Historical Overview

The AS.42 Sahariana was developed on the proven chassis of the AB 41 armored car, intended for operations in extreme desert conditions. Serving as a reconnaissance and raid vehicle, it played a key role on the North African front, participating in both reconnaissance missions and rapid attacks on enemy convoys. With its low profile and considerable range, the Sahariana was perfect for deep raids behind enemy lines. The vehicle's various weapon configurations, including Breda machine guns and a 47/32 anti-tank cannon, enabled effective offensive actions under difficult conditions.

Italeri Model Features

• High-quality plastic – ideal for processing and painting
• Realistic rubber tires and photo-etched details
• Metal machine gun barrel – increased durability and authentic appearance
• Decals with historical markings
• Wide choice of armament options to install
• Precise assembly instructions

Who is it recommended for?

The Italeri 6530 AS.42 Sahariana model is recommended for advanced modelers and World War II history enthusiasts who value a high level of detail and the ability to personalize their model. Thanks to the inclusion of metal, rubber, and photo-etched parts, the kit will also appeal to collectors and those creating dioramas of the African campaign.

Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 – requires experience and precision, especially when working with photo-etched and metal components.