Hasegawa MT10 88mm Gun Flak 18 (1/72) – plastic model kit

The Hasegawa MT10 88mm Gun Flak 18 model in 1/72 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit, faithfully recreating one of the most famous anti-aircraft guns of World War II. This set from the renowned manufacturer Hasegawa is an excellent choice for both experienced modelers and for military history enthusiasts looking for realistic and precisely crafted models in a popular scale.

Historical Information

The 88mm Flak 18 is a German anti-aircraft gun that gained fame for its versatility and effectiveness, both as an anti-aircraft and an anti-tank weapon. It was primarily used by the Third Reich during World War II, with its combat debut taking place in the Spanish Civil War. It later played a key role during the North African campaign and on the Eastern Front. Its excellent parameters—including high muzzle velocity and an advanced targeting system—made the Flak 18 a weapon that inspired respect among Allied forces.

• Model scale: 1/72
• Historical period: World War II (used from 1936 to 1945)
• Country of origin: Germany, Third Reich
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• The set does not include glue or paints

Contents and quality of the model

The model is made up of precisely cast parts that faithfully reproduce the details of the original Flak 18 gun, including the 88mm gun barrel, a richly detailed carriage, and elevation mechanism. The producer ensured a realistic surface texture and authentic assembly layouts. Thanks to the well-thought-out design, assembly of the model is intuitive, and the final effect is highly impressive. The model does not include photo-etched or metal parts—the entire kit is made from plastic; however, it can be freely enhanced with additional aftermarket accessories available on the market.

Modeler's recommendation

The Hasegawa MT10 88mm Gun Flak 18 (1/72) model is particularly recommended for intermediate and advanced military modelers due to the number of small parts and the historical complexity of the design (difficulty level: 3/5). It will work well both as a standalone collectible display and as part of a larger diorama depicting scenes from World War II. The realistic details will satisfy all enthusiasts of armored vehicles and artillery from the 1939-1945 period.