Italeri 6118 1940 BATTLE OF ARRAS – ROMMELS OFFENSIVE – BATTLE SET 1/72

Italeri 6118 1940 Battle of Arras – Rommel’s Offensive is a unique model kit dedicated to modelers and World War II enthusiasts who wish to recreate one of the key battles from the first phase of the Western Front conflict. The model is designed for assembly in the popular 1/72 scale, allowing for precise depiction of scenery and vehicles of both the Allied and German forces.

Historical Information

The Battle of Arras (1940) was one of the first armored engagements of the Wehrmacht’s offensive during the German invasion of France in World War II. It was here that the famous General Erwin Rommel led the 7th Panzer Division, later nicknamed the “Ghost Division”, attacking British and French positions. One of the most notable episodes of the battle was the effective, though short-lived, counter-attack by the British 1st Armoured Division. Historical period: World War II (1940).

Set Contents and Materials

The Italeri 6118 set contains a complete selection of high-quality plastic models to assemble. These include armored vehicles as well as soldier figures representing the German and Allied armies (British and French). The manufacturer ensured historical accuracy of details, making this set an excellent choice for dioramas and battlefield models. Additionally, the box includes a paper model – a diorama mat, allowing the creation of a realistic scene of the Battle of Arras.

• Scale: 1/72
• User countries: Germany, Great Britain, France
• Historical period: World War II (May 1940)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Product type: plastic model kit – battle set
• The set includes: armored vehicle models, infantry figures, terrain diorama mat
• Does not include modeling chemicals (glue, paints to be purchased separately)

Intended Audience and Recommendations

Italeri 6118 is especially recommended for history enthusiasts and modelers wishing to start their adventure with World War II historical dioramas. The product combines educational value with the modeling satisfaction of building detailed vehicles and figures. The set is suitable for both intermediate modelers and ambitious beginners who want to develop their skills working with 1/72 scale military models.

Level of assembly difficulty: 3/5 – requires basic modeling skills and familiarity with plastic assembly kits.