ACE 72238 Sd.Kfz.252 Armoured Ammunitions Carrier (1/72)

The ACE 72238 Sd.Kfz.252 plastic model kit in 1/72 scale is a faithful replica of the German armoured ammunition carrier used during World War II. This model is designed for demanding modellers who value the detail and historical authenticity of their military collections.

Historical Overview

The Sd.Kfz.252 (Sonderkraftfahrzeug 252) was a light, tracked armoured carrier specially adapted for transporting ammunition to Wehrmacht armoured units. It was based on the Sd.Kfz.250 chassis and was produced between 1940 and 1941 by reputable companies DEMAG and Wegmann. It was used mainly during the French campaign and in the early stages of Operation Barbarossa, supplying ammunition to the front line for units armed with assault guns and Panzer III and IV tanks. The vehicle was armoured to protect the crew and the transported ammunition from small arms fire and artillery shrapnel, which was crucial on the battlefield.

Model Details

• Model scale: 1/72
• User country: Germany
• Period of use: World War II (1940–1941)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Manufacturer: ACE
• The kit does not include glue or paints – these accessories must be purchased separately.
• Very well reproduced details of the hull, running gear, and cargo compartment.

Who is it for?

ACE 72238 Sd.Kfz.252 is an ideal choice for experienced modellers and intermediate military enthusiasts working in 1/72 scale. The model will be appreciated by those building collections of Wehrmacht equipment or dioramas depicting the Eastern and Western fronts of World War II. Thanks to its precise workmanship, it will work well as both a standalone exhibit and as part of a larger layout or historical diorama.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

We highly recommend the ACE 72238 Sd.Kfz.252 product to all military modelling enthusiasts who value workmanship accuracy and historical authenticity. The assembly difficulty level is rated at 3/5 – the kit contains many small parts that require precise gluing, making it an excellent challenge for enthusiasts looking to further develop their modelling skills.