Vallejo SC218 Hockerhindernis “Type 38” (Anti-Tank Barriers) 1/35

Vallejo SC218 Hockerhindernis “Type 38” (Anti-Tank Barriers) in 1/35 scale is a precisely crafted set of diorama elements designed for military modelers and enthusiasts of 20th-century history. The product is made from high-quality resin by the renowned company Vallejo—known on the modeling market for innovative solutions and exceptional attention to detail.

Historical Description and Application

The Hockerhindernis “Type 38” anti-tank barrier, also commonly known as the “Hocker Block,” was a defensive armament element used by Germany during World War II. This massive anti-tank obstacle was developed in the 1930s and widely employed on both the Western and Eastern fronts—especially in the construction of the German Atlantic Wall. The “Type 38” barrier was designed to restrict and disrupt Allied armored movements, forcing them to use specific, more easily defendable corridors. It was an indispensable element of fortifications until the end of the conflict and adds realism to any diorama depicting World War II scenes.

Product Technical Details

• Scale: 1/35 – compatible with most popular models of military vehicles, figures, and buildings.
• Country of use: Germany, World War II (1938–1945).
• Material: Resin – ensures sharp detail reproduction, smooth surfaces, and the ability to be easily sanded and painted.
• Additions: The set includes complete elements replicating the brick structure of the blocks – ideal for quickly enriching diorama bases with terrain obstacles.
• Category: Resin diorama set for modeling applications.

Recommended for Modelers

Vallejo SC218 is a product highly recommended for both beginner and advanced modelers building dioramas and battle scenes in World War II settings. It enables quick and impressive enhancement of layouts and the creation of realistic fortification barriers. A medium assembly difficulty level (2/5) makes the elements easy to integrate with terrain while impressing with detail accuracy. Thanks to this set, any diorama will gain a new dimension of historical authenticity and battlefield atmosphere.