E.T. Model P35-135 WWII German Schwimmwagen Type166 Sagged Wheels Narrow For TAMIYA Kit 1/35

We present an exceptional set of resin wheels for the amphibious car model – E.T. Model P35-135 WWII German Schwimmwagen Type166 Sagged Wheels Narrow For TAMIYA Kit 1/35. This set has been specially designed for compatibility with TAMIYA models and allows for a faithful representation of the details of the vehicle used by German forces during World War II.

Historical description of the vehicle

The Volkswagen Schwimmwagen Typ 166 is a German amphibious car widely used during World War II. It was produced between 1942 and 1944, with more than 14,000 units made. The Schwimmwagen performed exceptionally well on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, including during the Italian campaign, the fighting in Normandy, and operations in the USSR. It served as the official reconnaissance vehicle for the Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS, thanks to its off-road capabilities and amphibious nature.

Product details

• Dedicated to the Tamiya 1/35 Schwimmwagen Typ 166 model
• The set includes resin wheels with a natural sagging effect (so-called "sagged"), precisely produced using 3D printing technology
• Ultra-realistic tread, profile, and sidewall details, significantly better than the original plastic wheels of the kit
• Narrow – a slimmer version, perfectly recreating certain variants used on frontline vehicles
• The resin used for printing ensures ease of processing and high precision for painting and weathering effects
• The set does not include any metal parts – the focus is on the aesthetics and detailing of the wheels

Product category

• Model accessories – 3D resin parts for plastic models
• Supplement and replacement for the factory Tamiya 1/35 Schwimmwagen Typ 166 wheels

Recommendations and difficulty level

The E.T. Model P35-135 Sagged Wheels Narrow set is recommended for all modelers who value maximum realistic detail and a higher finish level in their work. Perfect for experienced and intermediate modelers passionate about World War II military vehicles. We rate the assembly difficulty as 2/5 – it mainly requires a simple fit and replacement of the factory wheels.

Using these wheels allows any modeler to achieve full realism in their Schwimmwagen Typ 166 model, making it an even more authentic piece in a diorama collection or display case.