Trumpeter 06206 Arado Ar 196 1/350 – German Aircraft Plastic Model Kit

The Trumpeter 06206 Arado Ar 196 in 1/350 scale is a high-quality assembly kit representing the German reconnaissance seaplane from the Second World War. The set is produced by the renowned manufacturer Trumpeter, known for its attention to detail and faithful reproduction of features even at small scales. This kit allows you to build a replica of the famous Arado Ar 196, which was one of the essential aircraft used by the Kriegsmarine, especially aboard German warships such as the battleships “Bismarck” and “Admiral Graf Spee.”

Historical background: The Arado Ar 196 aircraft was developed in the late 1930s and remained in service from 1939 until the end of World War II. Its main roles were maritime reconnaissance, patrol, conducting rescue operations, and attacking submarines. The model presented by Trumpeter is ideal as a complement to naval dioramas or for display alongside ship models in the same scale.

Model specifications: The 1/350 scale model consists of as many as 78 precisely molded plastic parts, which allow for a highly accurate recreation of the aircraft’s characteristic shapes and engineering details. The finished model’s dimensions are: length 32.35 mm, wingspan 35.54 mm, and height 19.3 mm. The kit is intended for static display and does not include moving parts.

• Scale: 1/350
• Historical period: World War II
• Country of use: Germany (Third Reich)
• Material: plastic
• Number of parts: 78
• Category: plastic assembly model kit
• Included: illustrated assembly instructions, no extras such as metal barrels, photo-etched details, or resin parts

Product recommendation: The set is addressed both to 1/350 scale warship collectors and aviation modelers, as well as beginner hobbyists wishing to enrich their collections with an authentic piece of wartime aviation history. Despite its small size, the model features a high level of detail, enabling the recreation of all structural features. Due to its size and parts count, we recommend it for modelers with a skill level of 2/5 (easy).

Summary: Trumpeter 06206 Arado Ar 196 1/350 is an excellent choice for building a collection of miniature World War II aircraft. It is a great addition to ship models, and the high level of detail will delight both beginners and more advanced modelers.