Trumpeter 02357 German Flakrakete Rheintochter I 1/35 – plastic model kit

The Trumpeter 02357 German Flakrakete Rheintochter I model in 1/35 scale is a precise replica of one of the most innovative German anti-aircraft missiles from World War II. Developed in Germany between 1942 and 1945, the Rheintochter I missile was part of an experimental air defense system designed to counter Allied bombers that dominated European skies in the later years of the war. Although the project never entered mass production and was abandoned due to numerous technical challenges, the Rheintochter remains a symbol of a breakthrough in German rocket armament engineering.

This Trumpeter kit is an excellent choice for modelers looking to expand their collection with rare prototype weapon models from World War II. The model is made from high-quality plastic, ensuring a top-level reproduction of details. Precisely recreated components—such as the launch frame, engine, and rocket segments—allow for an accurate reconstruction of the historical appearance of this unique weapon.

• Model scale: 1/35
• Country of origin (original): Germany
• Era of use: World War II (years 1944–1945)
• Product category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Model does not include glue or paints (sold separately)
• Realistically reproduced details in terms of dimensions and component division

This product is mainly recommended to experienced modelers passionate about experimental weaponry, as well as collectors of military equipment from World War II. It’s also perfect as part of dioramas depicting German anti-aircraft defenses. Due to the complexity of construction and the number of parts in the kit, we rate the assembly difficulty at 4/5.

Trumpeter 02357 German Flakrakete Rheintochter I 1/35 is a unique kit that will enrich any collection and let you delve deeper into the ambitious German projects of the war's final years. We recommend this kit to all collectors seeking unusual models with a high level of detail fidelity.