Tamiya 32585 - 1/48 German 3-Ton Military Truck Model Kit, Collector Edition  [32585]

Review of the Tamiya 32585 1/48 German 3-Ton Truck model

The Tamiya 1/48 model of the German 3-ton truck recreates a ubiquitous wartime transport. Historically it carried crews, fuel and ammunition and was driven by a rear-mounted 6-cylinder petrol engine, capable of about 85 km/h on roads and 35 km/h off-road. Production up to July 1944 reached near 78,000 units, reflecting its extensive deployment.

Construction and realism

This kit offers a satisfying build for modellers who value accurate small-scale engineering. It includes a ladder-frame chassis and a detailed cabin interior, with choices for headlight presentation as either open or protected. The accessory loadout of barrels and jerry cans enhances period authenticity for displays.

Historical usage and display tips

With two decal options to represent different theatres, the kit suits collectors aiming for historically informed displays. The driver figure is ideal for creating active diorama scenes or adding human scale to a standalone model.