The plastic model kit Dragon 6969 Sd.Kfz.234/3 w/2cm Schwebelafette (2cm) in 1/35 scale is a high-quality set from the renowned manufacturer Dragon, intended for advanced WWII military enthusiasts. The model depicts the German eight-wheeled armored car Sd.Kfz.234/3, equipped with a unique armament variant—a 2-centimeter cannon mounted in a special rotating Schwebelafette turret.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: Germany (Third Reich)
• Historical period: World War II (production years: 1943–1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic (injection-molded polystyrene)
• Category: plastic model kit

The unique variant of the Sd.Kfz.234/3 with the Schwebelafette turret (featuring the 2 cm KwK 38 gun) was mainly used by Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS reconnaissance units on all WWII European fronts, from the Eastern Front, through Italy, to Normandy. As a reconnaissance vehicle, it allowed for rapid movement and provided infantry support with its automatic cannon.

The Dragon 6969 model stands out due to its highly detailed representation—the kit includes a precise depiction of the hull, all mechanical components, armament, and Schwebelafette turret. Dragon is renowned for its sharply defined panel lines and surface details. The set does not include glue, paints, or figures, allowing you to choose your own accessories and personalize the final result. Some small model parts are made from finely textured plastic, and weapons or detail elements can be further enhanced with dedicated aftermarket sets (such as a metal barrel, resin parts), increasing the model’s realism.

We recommend this kit for advanced military modelers (difficulty level 4/5) who will appreciate not only its exceptional quality but also this rare vehicle variant with the 2cm Schwebelafette cannon. It provides an excellent base for dioramas and collections of Wehrmacht reconnaissance vehicles and is a great opportunity to deepen your historical knowledge regarding frontline tactics of World War II.