Roden 721 Opel Blitz Omnibus (model W.39 Ludewig-built, late) in 1/72 scale – plastic model kit

The Roden 721 Opel Blitz Omnibus (model W.39 Ludewig-built, late) in 1/72 scale is a faithfully reproduced plastic model kit representing the German military bus manufactured by Ludewig in the later period of World War II. The Opel Blitz W.39 Ludewig was one of the most recognizable transport vehicles used by the German army during the conflict. It served primarily as a staff personnel bus, command and transport vehicle, as well as an ambulance or mail van.

Unique history of the vehicle

The Opel Blitz Omnibus W.39 Ludewig-built, late was an important element of the Third Reich's logistics during World War II. Manufactured from the second half of the 1930s, it was used on all theaters of war – from Western Europe, through the Eastern Front, to North Africa. “Late” examples were characterized by simplified equipment due to wartime shortages and the need to accelerate production between 1942 and 1945. The bus featured an aerodynamic bodywork typical of the Ludewig company based in Essen. Today, the vehicle is a rarity in museum collections, making it especially valued among modelers and World War II historians.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of origin: Germany
• Period of use: World War II (1939–1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Manufacturer: Roden
• Glue and paints not included in the kit

Why choose this model?

The Roden 721 model is intended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 3/5). The well-replicated body and detailed interior allow for the creation of a realistic miniature of a historical vehicle. The kit helps develop skills in precise painting of details and weathering techniques. With clearly marked panel lines, numerous steps, detailed window parts, and seat elements, the model offers high satisfaction from the build and stands out as a unique item in any World War II themed collection. It is an excellent choice for military history enthusiasts, collectors of military vehicle models, and diorama builders recreating war scenes.